**Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry** is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender chicken, crispy cabbage, and savory sauce makes it both satisfying and light. Here’s a simple recipe to make this delicious stir-fry at home.
### Ingredients:
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), thinly sliced
– 1 small head of napa cabbage (or green cabbage), shredded
– 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional, for color and crunch)
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
#### For the Sauce:
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
– 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
– 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance the flavors)
– 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for a little heat)
#### Garnish (optional):
– 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
– 2-3 green onions, chopped
### Instructions:
#### 1. **Prepare the Sauce:**
– In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and chili flakes (if using). Set the sauce aside.
#### 2. **Cook the Chicken:**
– Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (or sesame oil) in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
– Add the thinly sliced chicken and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
#### 3. **Stir-Fry the Vegetables:**
– In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper (if using), garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften and become fragrant.
– Add the shredded cabbage and stir-fry for another 4-5 minutes, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
#### 4. **Combine Chicken and Sauce:**
– Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the cabbage and vegetables.
– Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss everything together to combine. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
#### 5. **Serve:**
– Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
– Serve immediately, either on its own or with steamed rice for a complete meal.
### Tips:
– **Protein Variation:** You can easily swap chicken for beef, shrimp, or tofu for a different version of this dish.
– **Veggie Variations:** Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, or snow peas for more texture and flavor.
– **Spice it Up:** If you prefer more heat, you can increase the chili flakes or add a few dashes of chili oil to the stir-fry.
This **Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry** is quick, flavorful, and packed with nutrients—perfect for a healthy dinner that doesn’t sacrifice taste! Enjoy!