Sesame Braised Chicken & Cabbage

17 ingredients
23 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 4 cups green cabbage, sliced thin
  • 4 cups finely chopped kale, stems removed
  • 1 medium onion, cut in half and sliced thin
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 12 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 14 cup chopped scallion top
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • salt
  • white pepper

Directions

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    1.
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    Prepare ingredients as listed above.
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    2.
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    Heat 1 TBS broth in a stainless steel wok or large skillet.
  5. 5
    Healthy Saute onion in broth over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent.
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    Add garlic and ginger and continue to saute for another minute.
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    3.
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    Add chicken pieces and cook for a couple of minutes.
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    Add turmeric, coriander, and mix with chicken.
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    Add kale.
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    Saute for another couple of minutes, stirring constantly.
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    4.
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    Add 1/2 cup broth and bring to a boil on high heat.
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    Reduce heat and simmer over low heat covered for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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    5.
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    Add cabbage, diced tomatoes, and vinegar and simmer for another 4 minutes.
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    Remove from heat, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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    6.
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    Serve sprinkled with minced scallion tops and sesame seeds.
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    7.
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    Healthy Cooking Tip: Make sure the cabbage does not cook more than about 4 minutes.
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    If it cooks beyond that it will start releasing liquid and dilute the flavor of your dish.
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    By slicing it thin, it allows it to cook in a short amount of time, creating a fresh tasting dish with a lot of flavor.

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