Healthy Chicken and Napa Cabbage Saute Recipe

Name: Healthy Chicken and Napa Cabbage Saute
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 4-5 sprigs Italian parsley, thyme or oregano, tied together; 1 bay leaf; 1 clove of garlic; 1 tablespoon kosher or sea salt; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium bell pepper, sliced; 6 cups chopped Napa cabbage; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, or to taste; Fresh cracked black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped mint

Servings: persons

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4-5 sprigs Italian parsley, thyme or oregano, tied together
1 bay leaf
1 clove of garlic
1 tablespoon kosher or sea salt
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium bell pepper, sliced
6 cups chopped Napa cabbage
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, or to taste
Fresh cracked black pepper
1/4 cup chopped mint

1
Poach the Chicken Rinse off the chicken breasts.
2
Fill a medium stockpot with water and add the herbs, bay leaf, garlic, salt and peppercorns.
3
Bring the water to a boil and add the chicken breasts.
4
Poach the Chicken Return the water to a boil and then lower heat to medium.
5
Simmer for 5 minutes.
6
Remove the pot from the heat, cover with a lid and keep the chicken in the hot water for another 15 to 20 minutes or until cooked through.
7
Poach the Chicken Remove the chicken from the water and shred into bite-sized pieces.
8
Set aside.
9
Poach the Chicken Stir in the cabbage and then add the Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
10
Toss the chicken in with cabbage mixture.
11
Cook for 1 minute or until heated through.
12
Stir in the mint and serve warm or at room temperature.
13
Make the Cabbage Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
14
Add the oil and then add the onions and garlic.
15
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until softened.
16
Stir in the bell pepper and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender.
17
Make the Cabbage Stir in the cabbage and then add the Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
18
Toss the chicken in with cabbage mixture.
19
Cook for 1 minute or until heated through.
20
Stir in the mint and serve warm or at room temperature.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 4-5 sprigs Italian parsley, thyme or oregano, tied together, 1 bay leaf, 1 clove of garlic, and more.

Yes, Healthy Chicken and Napa Cabbage Saute falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Healthy Chicken and Napa Cabbage Saute

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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