Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir fry

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry:

Ingredients

• Chicken Marinade:
  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced thinly
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Stir Fry:
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/2 medium onion, sliced
  • 1/2 head of cabbage, shredded (about 4 cups)
  • 1 large carrot, julienned
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced thinly
  • 3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with soy sauce, rice wine, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
   • While the chicken is marinating, prepare all the vegetables.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until it is just cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Stir Fry the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
   • Add the garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Add the onions, cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Combine Everything:
   • Return the chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
   • Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and white pepper (if using). Mix well.
   • Add the chicken broth or water and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
6. Finish and Serve:
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
   • Add the green onions and give everything one last stir.
   • Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Enjoy your homemade Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry!