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Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

A quick and delicious stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced (any color)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (halal-certified)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • to taste Sesame seeds (for topping, optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing and cutting all your vegetables; this makes the cooking process much smoother. Thinly slice the chicken breast, and set it aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the thinly sliced chicken to the skillet. Season it with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Follow with the cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper. Stir-fry these veggies for about 3-5 minutes until they are tender yet still crunchy.
  4. Bring the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture. Stir everything together and let it cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Remove from heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, and enjoy this lively dish over white or brown rice!

Notes

If you have leftovers, store any extra stir-fry in an airtight container. It’ll last in the fridge for about 3-4 days. For freezing, pack it in a freezer-safe container and consume within a month. When ready to enjoy again, simply reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water if it seems dry.