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Moo Shu Chicken

Irresistible Moo Shu Chicken: Quick Family-Friendly Delight

Moo Shu Chicken is a delightful stir-fry combining tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and aromatic flavors for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce Look for low-sodium options
  • 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar if necessary
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated, fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can be replaced with arrowroot powder
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Toasted sesame oil for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin Substitute with dry sherry mixed with a teaspoon of sugar
Main Dish
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Or Canola Oil
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 8 ounces Sliced Shitake Mushrooms White button mushrooms can be a substitute
  • 4 cups Sliced Green Cabbage Or Napa Cabbage
  • 4 scallions Thinly Sliced Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, sesame oil, freshly ground black pepper, and mirin. Set aside about ½ cup of the marinade for later use.
  2. Place the thinly sliced chicken breasts into the bowl with the remaining marinade, coat well, and let marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Cook the marinated chicken in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and sauté the sliced shiitake mushrooms for about 4-5 minutes until browned and tender.
  5. Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until set; remove and keep warm with the chicken.
  6. Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until just wilted, retaining some crunch.
  7. Return the cooked chicken, mushrooms, and eggs back into the skillet with the cabbage, drizzle with reserved marinade, and stir to combine.
  8. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately with warm tortillas, Mandarin pancakes, or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken strips are uniformly cut for even cooking. Set aside marinade before adding to raw chicken to avoid cross-contamination. Prep ingredients ahead of time for efficient cooking.

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