Description
This Chicken Mushroom Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken breast, savory mushrooms, and crisp vegetables in a rich, tangy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it features a harmonious blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger, served over rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or rice wine or sherry)
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Vegetables and Oils
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 2-inch piece of ginger, julienned
- 8 ounces white mushrooms (cremini or shiitake), sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breasts with cornstarch, baking soda, Shaoxing wine, and 1 tablespoon of low-sodium soy sauce. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly and set aside to marinate.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, the remaining 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set the sauce aside for later use.
- Cook Chicken: Heat peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the hot oil, spreading it out in a single layer. Let it cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to develop a good sear, then stir-fry until the chicken is fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, garlic, and julienned ginger. Stir-fry them briefly until fragrant. Then add the sliced mushrooms and red bell pepper, continuing to stir-fry until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss everything together thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the sliced green onions (and optional sesame seeds) over the stir fry. Serve immediately over steamed rice for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness and make the dish healthier.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with firm tofu and use vegetarian oyster sauce.
- Add chili flakes or sliced fresh chili for a spicy kick.
- Ensure the skillet is very hot before adding chicken to get a good sear and prevent sticking.
- Marinating the chicken with baking soda helps tenderize the meat for a more succulent texture.
