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Delicious Chinese-Style Chicken and Cabbage Skillet served on a plate.

Chinese-Style Chicken and Cabbage Skillet

A quick and flavorful chicken and cabbage stir-fry that's perfect for weeknight dinners and easily adaptable with other vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1/2 head cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by slicing the chicken and veggies to ensure even cooking.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add the minced garlic and ginger once the chicken is almost cooked, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Mix in the shredded cabbage and sliced bell pepper, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is wilted and the peppers are tender.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stir to combine, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

This dish is great for meal prepping. Marinate the chicken for added flavor, and feel free to substitute with other veggies. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking.