Chinese Chicken Cabbage

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Yield: 4 servings Difficulty: Easy Ingredients For the Chicken 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon sesame oil ½ teaspoon black pepper For the Stir-Fry 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Stir-Fry

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 5 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish

For the Sauce

• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• ¼ cup chicken broth or water

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated and let it marinate for about 10 minutes while preparing the vegetables.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3: Heat the Pan

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F/190°C). A hot pan ensures the chicken browns nicely without becoming dry.

Step 4: Cook the Chicken

1. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer. Stir-fry for 5–6 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 5: Cook the Aromatics

1. Add sesame oil to the same pan. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6: Stir-Fry the Vegetables

1. Add the sliced onions, carrots, and cabbage. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes over medium-high heat. The cabbage should soften slightly while maintaining a pleasant crunch.

Step 7: Combine Everything

1. Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

1. Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the top. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 315 · Protein: 33g · Fat: 14g · Carbohydrates: 14g · Saturated Fat: 3g · Fiber: 4g · Sugar: 6g · Sodium: 760mg