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Moo Goo Gai Pan Chinese Stir Fry

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Moo Goo Gai Pan Chinese Stir Fry is a light, flavorful, and healthy dish featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce. This quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner and brings authentic Chinese flavors to your table in just 30 minutes. With options for customization, like adding tofu or extra vegetables, it’s a versatile meal that can be tailored to your tastes. Enjoy this delicious, satisfying stir fry with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal!

Ingredients

For the stir fry:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for stir-frying)

  • 1/2 cup sliced white mushrooms

  • 1/2 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms (optional)

  • 1 cup snow peas, trimmed

  • 1 cup sliced carrots (julienned or thinly sliced)

  • 1 cup baby bok choy, chopped

  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, sliced (optional)

  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

For the sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water to create a slurry)

  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch slurry, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Stir well and set aside.

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add mushrooms, carrots, snow peas, and red bell pepper (if using), stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  • Add bok choy, water chestnuts, and the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Stir in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and everything is evenly coated.

  • Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version.

  • Add More Vegetables: You can add other veggies like zucchini, baby corn, or broccoli for more flavor and texture.

  • Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes, chili paste, or fresh sliced chilies for extra heat.

  • Gluten-Free: Substitute soy sauce with tamari to make this dish gluten-free.

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