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Easy Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A quick one-pan chicken cabbage stir fry made with simple vegetables and a savory Chinese-style sauce.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced (plus more for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Mix cornstarch and water; toss with chicken and season lightly.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook chicken until mostly done; remove from pan.
  4. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
  5. Stir-fry cabbage and bell pepper 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Return chicken to pan and add soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar.
  7. Toss until coated and sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Slice chicken thinly for quick, even cooking.
  • Keep vegetables slightly crisp for best texture.
  • Use sesame oil for extra depth of flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes