A fast, flavorful, and budget-friendly stir-fry made with tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, garlic, ginger, and a savory Chinese-style sauce. Ready in 15 minutes — perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or low-carb meals!
📝 Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry
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1 lb (450g) chicken breast, thinly sliced
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3 cups shredded cabbage
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1 carrot, julienned
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1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
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3 green onions, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce
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2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium or gluten-free tamari)
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1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp honey or sugar-free sweetener
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½ tsp sesame oil
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¼ cup chicken broth or water
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½–1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
🍳 Instructions
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Prep the sauce:
Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, broth, and chili flakes in a small bowl. -
Cook the chicken:
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan or wok. Add the sliced chicken and cook until lightly browned. -
Add aromatics:
Add garlic, ginger, and green onions. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Stir-fry veggies:
Add cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook 3–4 minutes until cabbage softens slightly but stays crisp. -
Add sauce:
Pour the sauce over everything. Stir well and cook 2 more minutes. -
Serve:
Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions. Serve over rice, noodles, or enjoy low-carb as is.
⭐ Tips
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Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, tofu, or leftover rotisserie chicken.
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Add mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli for extra volume.
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Use chili crisp for delicious heat and flavor.
❓ Q/A Section
Q: Can I make this low-carb or keto?
Yes — use a sugar-free sweetener instead of honey and serve with cauliflower rice.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely — it stays fresh 3–4 days in the fridge.
Q: Can I skip oyster sauce?
Yes, but it adds richness. If skipping, add a splash more soy sauce.
Q: How do I keep chicken tender?
Slice it thin and cook on high heat for a short time.

