Flower Drum Song Chicken 🌸🥢
Description:
Indulge in the exotic flavors of the East with our delightful Flower Drum Song Chicken recipe. It’s a quick and easy stir-fry dish perfect for busy weeknights or whenever you crave a taste of Asia.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: Asian
- Category: Chicken 🍗
- Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Asian, < 30 Mins, Stir Fry
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 301.8
- Fat: 13.8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 68.6mg
- Sodium: 469.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.4g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 3.1g
- Protein: 30.8g
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup dry sherry 🍷
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms 🍄
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/3 cup cashews 🥜
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
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| 1 | Sprinkle chicken pieces with cornstarch and toss to thoroughly coat. |
| 2 | Add sherry and soy sauce and marinate for about 30 minutes. |
| 3 | Heat oil until faintly smoking. |
| 4 | Add chicken and sauté quickly until barely done. |
| 5 | Add mushrooms and green pepper and sauté for about 45 seconds. |
| 6 | Add Hoisin sauce, salt to taste, and cashews. |
| 7 | Toss until thoroughly mixed. |
| 8 | Serve immediately. |
Directions:
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Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and then sprinkle them with cornstarch. Toss the chicken to ensure it’s thoroughly coated with the cornstarch.
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In a bowl, mix together the dry sherry and soy sauce. Add the chicken to this mixture and let it marinate for about 30 minutes. This step allows the flavors to infuse into the chicken, giving it a rich and savory taste.
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While the chicken is marinating, prepare the remaining ingredients. Slice the fresh mushrooms and green bell pepper, and set them aside. Measure out the hoisin sauce, salt, and cashews, ready to add to the stir-fry later.
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After the marinating time is up, heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it’s faintly smoking. This high heat ensures that the chicken cooks quickly and retains its juicy texture.
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Carefully add the marinated chicken to the hot skillet or wok. Sauté the chicken pieces quickly, stirring constantly, until they are barely cooked through. The cornstarch coating will help create a delicious crispy exterior on the chicken.
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Once the chicken is nearly cooked, add the sliced mushrooms and green bell pepper to the skillet. Continue to sauté the ingredients together for about 45 seconds, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly while still retaining their crunch.
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Now, it’s time to add the flavor-packed hoisin sauce, along with a pinch of salt for seasoning, and the crunchy cashews. Toss everything together in the skillet until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and coated in the delicious sauce.
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As soon as everything is heated through and well combined, remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the Flower Drum Song Chicken to a serving platter or individual plates, and serve immediately while it’s hot and flavorful.
This Flower Drum Song Chicken recipe is best enjoyed fresh and hot, served alongside steamed rice or your favorite Asian noodles. It’s a versatile dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection, offering a perfect balance of savory chicken, crisp vegetables, and aromatic flavors. Enjoy the taste of the Orient with every bite! 🥢🌸
