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Delicious Chicken Stir-fry with cabbage in a vibrant skillet

Chicken and Cabbage Stir-fry

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A quick and delicious stir-fry combining tender chicken breast and crunchy cabbage in a savory sauce, ideal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Quick Meal
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 unit onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 head cabbage, shredded
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free option) for gluten-free, use tamari
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. Start by marinating the chicken in soy sauce, cornstarch, and pepper. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté the onion for 2-3 minutes until it softens, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Toss in the marinated chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Add the shredded cabbage, water, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Mix well and continue to stir-fry until the cabbage is tender but still crisp.
  5. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

For extra crunch, add bell peppers or snap peas right at the end of cooking. Consider serving over rice or quinoa, and adding sesame seeds or green onions for garnish.
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