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Thai Chicken Cabbage Skillet served in a pan garnished with fresh herbs.

Thai Chicken and Cabbage Skillet

A quick and comforting Thai Chicken and Cabbage Skillet featuring ground chicken, crunchy cabbage, and a flavorful sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry

  • 3 Tbsp. neutral oil (such as avocado oil) divided
  • 1 lb. ground chicken
  • 16 oz. coleslaw cabbage mix
  • 2 medium carrots, grated
  • 2-3 pieces green onions, sliced plus more for serving
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro plus more for serving
  • 1 pinch Kosher salt to taste
  • 1 pinch fresh black pepper to taste

For the Sauce

  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 Tbsp. freshly grated ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp. sesame oil

For Serving

  • to taste Tbsp. hot chili sauce for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the neutral oil over medium heat.
  • Add the ground chicken into the skillet and use a wooden spoon to break it up into smaller pieces. Stir occasionally until it’s fully cooked and no longer pink.
  • Season the chicken with Kosher salt and fresh black pepper to taste.
  • Incorporate the coleslaw cabbage mix and grated carrots into the chicken and stir well to combine.
  • Add the sliced green onions into the skillet, reserving some for garnish later. Cook for an additional minute.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, freshly grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  • Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring to evenly coat.
  • Finally, stir in the chopped cilantro and mix gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with reserved green onions and additional cilantro, with a drizzle of hot chili sauce if desired.

Notes

This dish can be stored at room temperature for a couple of hours but should be refrigerated. It can last 3-4 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container, or frozen for 2-3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g
Keyword Chicken Recipes, comfort food, easy weeknight dinner, Skillet Meal, Thai Chicken Skillet
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