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Ginger Chicken Thigh Stir-Fry with Bok Choy, Cabbage & Carrots

A lively, weeknight-friendly stir-fry built around sale chicken thighs and seasonal Washington bok choy, carrots, cabbage, and green onion. It is savory, gingery, and fresh, with enough veg to make it feel complete even without rice.

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Ingredients

  • Simple Truth Natural Boneless & Skinless Fresh Chicken Thighs Griller Pack BIG DEAL! 1 lb $4.49/lb sale
  • Bok Choy 1 lb $2.49/lb
  • Green Cabbage 1/2 lb $1.49/lb
  • Carrots 1/2 lb $1.69/lb
  • Green Onions 1 bunch $1.50 each
  • Ginger Root 2-inch piece $4.99/lb
  • Garlic 2 cloves $1.50 each
  • Soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, neutral oil as needed pantry

Instructions

  1. Prep 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs ($4.49/lb sale) by cutting them into bite-size pieces. Slice 1 lb bok choy ($2.49/lb), shredding the stems and leaves separately. Thinly slice 1/2 lb green cabbage ($0.75 of the $1.49/lb price), peel and cut 1/2 lb carrots ($0.85 of the $1.69/lb price) into thin matchsticks, slice 1 bunch green onions ($1.50), grate a 2-inch piece ginger root (about $0.60 from $4.99/lb), and mince 2 garlic cloves (about $0.20).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar, 2 tablespoons water, and half of the grated ginger.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the 1 lb chicken thighs in a single layer and cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through.
  4. Add the remaining grated ginger, the 2 minced garlic cloves, and the sliced white parts of the 1 bunch green onions. Stir 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the 1/2 lb carrots and 1/2 lb green cabbage. Stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes. Add the bok choy stems from the 1 lb bok choy and cook 1 minute more.
  6. Add the bok choy leaves and the soy-honey mixture. Stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes until the leaves wilt, the chicken is fully cooked, and the sauce lightly coats the vegetables.
  7. Finish with the green parts of the 1 bunch green onions and black pepper to taste. Serve as a complete veggie-packed bowl, or over rice if you already have some cooked.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Estimated cost: $14-18

Health notes: About 430-530 calories per serving. High protein, loaded with crunchy vegetables, and lighter in carbs since the cabbage helps bulk out the dish. Use reduced sodium soy sauce if sodium is a concern.

Drink pairing: Riesling is a smart pick with the ginger and savory-sweet glaze, especially if you like a little fruit against the vegetables. Pinot Gris is another easy, crowd-pleasing option.

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