Sesame Braised Chicken Cabbage

Delight your taste buds with the comforting flavors of Sesame Braised Chicken Cabbage, a one-pan wonder that's both hearty and wholesome. This recipe expertly combines succulent, skin-on chicken thighs with tender, flavorful cabbage simmered in a savory-sweet sesame-soy sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey. The cabbage absorbs the rich, umami-packed broth, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture that perfectly complements the crispy, golden-brown chicken. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Quick to prepare and perfect for serving over steamed rice, it’s an ideal weeknight meal bursting with Asian-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 0.5 head green cabbage, shredded
• 1 medium white onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced for garnish
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the neutral cooking oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the sliced white onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, chicken broth, rice vinegar, and honey. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet, tossing gently to coat it in the sauce.

Step 7

Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet on top of the cabbage. Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cabbage is tender.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the lid and sprinkle the dish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish.

Step 9

Serve hot, either on its own or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1473.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2054.2

Total Fat 140.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 3801.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.1g
Protein 151.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 395.1mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2649.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 11.5%