Description
Juicy seasoned chicken is served over tender garlic-infused cabbage in this easy one-skillet meal. It's a wholesome, flavorful dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights and ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 small head cabbage, shredded
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage and stir to coat it with the garlic and pan juices.
- Cook the cabbage for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
- Stir in the soy sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Slice the rested chicken and serve it over the sautéed cabbage.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Boneless chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.
Add sliced onions, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne for heat.
Finish with grated Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra flavor.
For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with tofu or chickpeas.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.
Freezing is possible for up to 2 months, though the cabbage may soften after thawing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
