Sautéed Garlic Cabbage Chicken
Experience the delightful fusion of tender chicken and crisp cabbage, all infused with aromatic garlic in this quick yet flavorful dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, Sautéed Garlic Cabbage Chicken is a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. With vibrant colors and customizable ingredients, it transforms any ordinary dinner into a culinary adventure that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups green or Napa cabbage, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients. Chop cabbage into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 6-7 minutes each side.
- Once cooked through, remove chicken from the skillet temporarily. In the same pan, add minced garlic and chopped cabbage; sauté for about 5 minutes or until tender.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return it to the skillet. Drizzle soy sauce over the mixture and stir well to combine. Cook together for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot alongside rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh. Add spices like smoked paprika for extra flavor or mix in other vegetables you have at hand. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain texture.