Chinese Chicken & Cabbage Stir-Fry

Tender chicken and crisp cabbage in a savory garlic-ginger sauce—ready in 15 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

1 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced

1 small Chinese cabbage (Napa or bok choy), chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch ginger, grated

2 tbsp vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin for vegetarian)

1 tsp cornstarch

¼ cup water

½ tsp sesame oil (optional)

For Serving:

Steamed rice

Sliced green onions

Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

(Serves 3-4)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Sauce

Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil in a bowl.

2. Stir-Fry Aromatics

Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.

Add garlic and ginger, stir 30 secs until fragrant.

3. Cook Chicken

Add chicken, stir-fry 2-3 mins until no longer pink.

4. Add Cabbage

Toss in cabbage, cook 2 mins until slightly wilted but still crisp.

5. Thicken Sauce

Pour sauce over, stir 1 min until glossy and thickened.

6. Serve

Garnish with green onions and serve over rice.

Pro Tips

High heat is key for the perfect stir-fry texture.

Meal prep: Double the sauce and serve with noodles or quinoa.

Veggie boost: Add sliced bell peppers or mushrooms.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 5 mins | Total Time: 15 mins

Calories: ~250 per serving