Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

Diabetic-Friendly Chinese Chicken & Cabbage Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 2 cups cabbage (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup boneless chicken breast (sliced thin)
• 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil (for flavor)
• 1–2 tsp sugar-free sweetener (optional, like stevia or monk fruit)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• ¼ cup green onions (chopped)

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Instructions

1. Heat oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
2. Cook chicken:
   Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked (about 5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté aromatics:
   In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Stir for 30 seconds.
4. Add cabbage:
   Toss in cabbage and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Combine:
   Return chicken to the pan. Add soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sweetener, pepper, and chili flakes.
6. Finish:
   Stir everything together for 2–3 minutes. Garnish with green onions.

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🩺 Why it’s diabetes-friendly

• Low-carb vegetables like cabbage keep blood sugar stable
• Lean protein from chicken helps prevent spikes
• No added sugar (optional sweetener instead)
• Uses low-sodium soy sauce to support heart health

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🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Eat on its own for a low-carb meal
• Pair with cauliflower rice instead of white rice
• Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra fiber

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💡 Tips

• Don’t overcook cabbage—it should stay slightly crunchy
• Add a splash of water or broth instead of extra oil if needed
• Portion size: ~1–1.5 cups per serving