Description
Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry is a delightful, quick-to-make dish that elevates your weeknight dinners with vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients. Tender chicken breast pieces are stir-fried with fresh cabbage, bell peppers, and aromatic garlic, all coated in a savory sauce. This recipe not only offers a satisfying meal but also provides a healthy balance of protein and vegetables, perfect for busy families looking to enjoy nutritious meals in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 2 tbsp canola oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the chicken by dicing it into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cabbage and bell peppers thinly.
- 2. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- 3. Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4. Stir in the sliced cabbage and bell peppers; cook until tender-crisp (3-5 minutes).
- 5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey or sugar. Pour over the chicken and vegetables; toss to combine until well-coated.
- 6. Serve immediately over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg