Description
A quick and flavorful Easy Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry combining tender chicken breast with sautéed cabbage and onions, seasoned with garlic and paprika. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins and Fats
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium green cabbage, cored and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the bite-sized chicken pieces. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is just cooked through.
- Drain Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken onto a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil and keep warm.
- Cook Onions: In the same skillet, add butter and chopped onions. Sauté for about 3 minutes until onions are softened and fragrant.
- Sauté Cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage to the pan and cook uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes. Stir often as the cabbage wilts and softens, allowing the onions to lightly brown, enhancing their flavor.
- Add Seasonings: Stir minced garlic and paprika into the cabbage and onion mixture, cooking briefly to release their aromas.
- Combine Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the cabbage mixture and heat through, stirring frequently. This should take just a few minutes.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve the stir fry immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Cook cabbage to your preferred tenderness—longer cooking will yield a softer texture.
- Feel free to add a splash of soy sauce or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
