Crispy Chicken Stir-Fry with Fresh Veggies: Moo Goo Gai Pan

Moo Goo Gai Pan Recipe 🥢

Overview:

Moo Goo Gai Pan is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish that combines tender chicken with an assortment of crisp vegetables, all tossed in a savory sauce. This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, is quick and easy to make, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner that’s ready in under 35 minutes.

• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 3-4 scallions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3/4 bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 cup bean sprouts
• 1/4 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
• 1/4 cup water chestnuts, sliced
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 3/4 – 1 1/2 cups Napa cabbage, shredded
• 1/2 – 1 1/2 tablespoons sherry wine
• 1 tablespoon Chinese wine
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• Peanut oil, for cooking

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:

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   • In a small bowl, combine chicken stock, egg white, cornstarch, sugar, and a splash of sherry. Set aside.

2. Heat the Skillet:

   • Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • Add a splash of peanut oil to the skillet, then add the sliced chicken.
   • Stir-fry until the chicken is no longer pink. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Stir-fry the Aromatics:

   • In the same skillet, add the chopped scallions, ginger, and garlic.
   • Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Add the Vegetables:

   • Toss in the shredded Napa cabbage, sliced bell pepper, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts.
   • Continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

6. Incorporate the Mushrooms:

   • Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet, along with the sherry wine and soy sauce.

7. Thicken the Sauce:

   • Pour in the chicken stock mixture that you prepared earlier.
   • Cook and stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

8. Serve Hot:

   • Once the sauce has thickened, return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together.
   • Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the delightful flavors of Moo Goo Gai Pan!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 85.1
• Total Fat: 2.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Cholesterol: 0.9mg
• Sodium: 232mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 10.2g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugar: 4.3g
• Protein: 3.8g

Recipe Notes:

• Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables or add more protein like tofu or shrimp for variation.
• Serve Moo Goo Gai Pan over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
• Ensure all your ingredients are prepped and ready before you start stir-frying, as the cooking process happens quickly.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more soy sauce or Chinese wine if desired.