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Quick & Healthy Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry for Vibrant Meals

Quick & Healthy Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry for Vibrant Meals

A colorful and nutritious dish featuring chicken and veggies, perfect for busy weeknights. Enjoy a vibrant meal in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Skinless recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot powder.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice White vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be used in lesser quantity.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for vegetarian version.
Stir Fry
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Can use canola or olive oil.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can be replaced with small onion or green onions.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Any color variety works.
  • 4 cups Shredded Cabbage Savoy cabbage can be a substitute.
  • 1 large Carrot Feel free to swap for other firm veggies.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Fresh peas can be used if available.
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Scallion Can be substituted with chives or omitted.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together cornstarch, lemon juice, soy sauce, ground ginger, and chicken broth until smooth. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and stir-fry for about 4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add shallots and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly translucent.
  4. Add bell peppers, shredded cabbage, and carrots to the skillet, stir-frying for about 4 minutes until softened but still crunchy.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet with any remaining marinade and add frozen peas. Cook together for another 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Transfer the stir fry to a serving dish, garnish with scallions and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 24 hours. Prepare vegetables in advance for a quicker cooking process. Avoid overcooking veggies to keep them crunchy.

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