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Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

Quick and Delicious Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry for Busy Nights

This Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry is a quick, healthy, and customizable dish perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can be substituted with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • 4 cups Green Cabbage Can use bok choy or napa cabbage as substitutes.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Any color works, or use zucchini as a substitute.
  • 1 medium Carrot Julienned for even cooking, or substitute with snap peas.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but garlic powder can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Swap for oil to keep it dairy-free.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari as needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce A mushroom-based oyster sauce works for vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Toasted sesame oil gives a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Modify to meet desired spice level.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional for thickening sauce; arrowroot powder is an alternative.

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep all the vegetables and chicken by slicing the yellow onion, bell peppers, and carrot, chopping the cabbage, mincing the garlic, and dicing the chicken.
  2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. In the same skillet, add another teaspoon of butter if needed, then toss in the sliced onion and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  4. Add chopped cabbage, bell peppers, and carrot to the skillet. Stir continuously for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the pan along with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, stirring thoroughly.
  6. For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water, add to the skillet, and stir continuously until thickened, about 1 minute.
  7. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, prep all ingredients before starting to cook. Adjust spice levels and veggie choices as desired. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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