Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
This Savory Garlic Soy Chicken Stir-Fry is quick, flavorful, and packed with tender chicken and crisp vegetables. The combination of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil creates a rich, savory sauce that coats every bite perfectly.
With tender cabbage, fresh carrots, and juicy chicken, this stir-fry is light yet satisfying — perfect for busy weeknights when you want something healthy and delicious fast.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
4 cups green cabbage, shredded
1 carrot, julienned
1 small onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, and crushed red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Cook Aromatics
In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and onion. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Vegetables
Add shredded cabbage and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
Combine Everything
Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through.
Finish and Serve
Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot on its own or with rice or noodles.
Additional Notes
Tips for Best Flavor
Slice chicken thinly for quick cooking
Do not overcook vegetables
Use fresh ginger for best flavor
Meal Prep & Storage
Store in refrigerator up to 3 days
Reheat in skillet for best texture
Perfect for meal prep lunches
Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)
Calories: 280–330
Protein: 28–32g
Carbs: 10–14g
Fat: 14–16g
Variations
Add mushrooms or bell peppers
Use shrimp instead of chicken
Make it spicy with extra chili flakes
