Easy and Delicious Chicken and Cabbage Stirfry Recipe - Perfect Weeknight Dinner Idea

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot powder is a healthier thickening agent, while flour is more economical.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while thighs are generally less expensive.

In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, and cabbage. Season with salt and pepper, then stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the veggies soften slightly. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.

Using the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.

Add minced garlic, water, sugar, and a splash of soy sauce to the skillet with the chicken. Cook for about 2 minutes, letting the ingredients blend.

Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet. Add the green onions and toss everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

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