Description
Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, crisp cabbage, and a savory garlic-ginger soy-based sauce. This easy, one-pan meal is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or anyone looking for a wholesome, low-carb stir-fry. It’s fast, flexible, and full of balanced taste and texture.
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
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4 cups cabbage, shredded (green or Napa)
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2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or sesame)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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½ teaspoon sesame oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
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½ bell pepper, sliced
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½ carrot, thinly sliced or julienned
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1 cup mushrooms, sliced
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½ teaspoon chili flakes or chili sauce (for heat)
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1 teaspoon honey or hoisin sauce (for sweetness)
Gluten-Free Swap:
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Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce
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Ensure oyster sauce is gluten-free or use a substitute
Instructions
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Prep Ingredients:
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Thinly slice chicken and cabbage.
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Mince garlic and ginger.
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Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
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Cook Chicken:
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Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken and stir-fry 4–5 minutes until cooked through. Remove from pan.
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Sauté Aromatics:
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Add more oil if needed.
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Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds.
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Cook Cabbage:
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Add cabbage and optional veggies. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender but crisp.
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Combine & Finish:
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Return chicken to pan.
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Pour in sauce. Stir to coat everything. Cook 1–2 more minutes.
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Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Notes
Keep heat high and stir constantly to avoid overcooking.
Let cooked food cool before storing.
To make it vegetarian, use tofu or tempeh.
Serve with rice, noodles, or quinoa, or enjoy it on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese