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Ginger Chicken Thigh Stir-Fry with Bok Choy & Mushrooms

A quick stir-fry that feels vibrant and practical: juicy chicken thighs, earthy mushrooms, sweet cabbage, and bok choy in a gingery savory sauce. It uses seasonal brassicas and one of the best-value chicken options while keeping cleanup simple.

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Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 lb $4.49/lb sale
  • Bok choy 1 lb $2.49/lb
  • Green cabbage 1/2 lb $1.49/lb
  • White or baby bella mushrooms 8 oz $2.79/8 oz or $3.69/8 oz
  • Jumbo yellow onion 1/2 lb $1.49/lb
  • Ginger root 1 tablespoon grated $4.99/lb
  • Garlic 2 cloves $1.50 each
  • Fish sauce 1 teaspoon optional $11.79
  • Chicken broth 1/3 cup $1.79 sale
  • Olive oil 2 tablespoons pantry
  • Salt to taste pantry
  • Black pepper to taste pantry
  • Cooked rice or potatoes optional for serving optional pantry or store staple

Instructions

  1. Prep 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs ($4.49/lb sale) by cutting into bite-size pieces. Slice 1 pound bok choy ($2.49/lb), shredding the stems and leaves separately if large. Thinly slice 1/2 pound green cabbage (from $1.49/lb), slice 8 ounces mushrooms ($2.79 to $3.69), thinly slice 1/2 pound jumbo yellow onion ($1.49/lb), grate 1 tablespoon ginger root ($4.99/lb), and mince 2 cloves garlic (from $1.50 each bulb).
  2. In a bowl, season the 1 pound chicken thighs with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Stir together 1/3 cup chicken broth ($1.79 sale), 1 teaspoon fish sauce ($11.79 bottle, optional), and a pinch of black pepper for the sauce.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat on the stove. Add the 1 pound chicken thigh pieces and stir-fry 5 to 6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add the 1/2 pound sliced onion and the 8 ounces sliced mushrooms. Cook 4 to 5 minutes until the mushrooms release moisture and start to brown.
  5. Add the 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and the 1/2 pound sliced cabbage. Stir-fry 2 minutes, then add the 1 pound sliced bok choy. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until the greens wilt and the stems are crisp-tender.
  6. Return the cooked 1 pound chicken thighs to the skillet and pour in the 1/3 cup broth mixture. Toss everything together for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly saucy and glossy. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Serve as is for a lower-carb dinner, or spoon over rice or alongside boiled potatoes if you want a starch.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Estimated cost: $12-15

Health notes: About 430-500 calories per serving. High in protein and loaded with vegetables. Using chicken thighs keeps the dish flavorful, while the large volume of cabbage and bok choy adds fiber and micronutrients.

Drink pairing: Go with Pinot Gris or Sauvignon Blanc. Pinot Gris matches the ginger and mushrooms with a soft, versatile profile, while Sauvignon Blanc adds extra lift to the cabbage and bok choy.

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