Description

This Sautéed Garlic Cabbage with Tender Chicken recipe is a delicious and healthy main course featuring thinly sliced chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection alongside tender, caramelized green cabbage infused with garlic, onion, and a hint of paprika. Enhanced with soy sauce and fresh lemon juice, this dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a low-carb, gluten-free meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (divided)
1 tablespoon butter

Vegetables and Seasonings

4 cups green cabbage (thinly sliced)
1 small onion (sliced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Finishing Touches

1 tablespoon soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Season the Chicken: In a bowl, season the thinly sliced chicken breasts with salt and black pepper evenly to enhance the flavor before cooking.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil along with the butter. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and the onions begin to soften.
Cook the Cabbage: Add the thinly sliced cabbage and paprika to the skillet. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized to bring out its natural sweetness.
Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the cabbage. Add the soy sauce and fresh lemon juice, stirring well to combine all the flavors. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through and meld the tastes.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the sautéed garlic cabbage with tender chicken hot, enjoying it on its own or over rice or cauliflower rice.

Notes

This dish is delicious on its own or served over rice or cauliflower rice for a more filling meal.
Add red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
For extra flavor, drizzle with sesame oil just before serving.
Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.