Quick Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry
A speedy and versatile stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, and vibrant peppers, all coated in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Thinly sliced. Use organic if possible for better flavor.
- 1 tablespoon butter Room temperature for easy melting. European-style butter is recommended.
- 1 medium onion Sliced. Sweet onions add a lovely flavor, but yellow onions work just fine.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced. Fresh is best, but jarred minced garlic is a good shortcut.
- 1/2 head green cabbage Shredded. Look for firm, crisp cabbage.
- 1/2 piece jalapeño pepper Finely diced. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
- 1 piece orange pepper Diced. You can use red or yellow instead for a similar taste and color.
- 1/2 cup chicken stock Low-sodium is preferable, but you can use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce A key ingredient for depth of flavor. Lee Kum Kee is recommended.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use low-sodium to manage salt levels.
- pinch none salt To taste.
- pinch none pepper To taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Thinly slice the chicken breasts into strips, slice the onion and orange pepper, mince the garlic, finely dice the jalapeño pepper, and shred the green cabbage.
Cooking
- In a large skillet or wok, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once sizzling, add the sliced chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion. Cook for about 3 minutes until softened. Next, stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toss in the shredded cabbage and diced orange pepper. Stir-fry for another minute, then pour in the chicken stock, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Mix well to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Allow the mixture to cook for about 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is tender-crisp. Return the chicken to the skillet and fold it into the vegetables and sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning. This dish can be customized with different vegetables and proteins.