Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

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Enjoy this Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry, a quick dish with tender chicken, shredded cabbage, peppers, and a savory blend of oyster and soy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this flavorful meal is perfect served over rice or noodles for a satisfying, easy dinner.

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry combines tender chicken, cabbage, and peppers in a savory oyster sauce—quick, flavorful, and perfect over rice or noodles.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 head green cabbage, shredded

  • 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 jalapeño pepper, finely diced

  • 1 orange pepper, diced

  • 1/2 cup chicken stock

  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  • Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
  • Thinly slice the chicken breasts into strips.
  • Slice the onion and orange pepper.
  • Mince the garlic and finely dice the jalapeño pepper.
  • Shred the cabbage.
  • Step 2: Cook the Chicken
  • In a large skillet or wok, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sliced chicken, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until cooked through and browned.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  • Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
  • Using the same skillet, add the onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the garlic and jalapeño, cooking for another minute.
  • Add the shredded cabbage and diced orange pepper, followed by the chicken stock. Stir well to combine.
  • Step 4: Add Sauces
  • Stir in the oyster sauce and soy sauce, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated.
  • Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender yet slightly crisp.
  • Step 5: Combine and Serve
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and mix with the vegetables and sauce.
  • Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through and allow the flavors to meld.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • Step 6: Serve
  • Serve the stir-fry hot, either on its own or over a bed of steamed rice or noodles.

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