Best 6 Weeknight Chicken Chop Suey Recipes

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In the fast-paced world of today, weeknight dinners often pose a challenge, with time being a precious commodity. Weeknight chicken chop suey emerges as a culinary hero, offering a delightful and convenient meal that can be prepared in a jiffy. This classic dish combines the flavors of juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce, making it a crowd-pleaser among busy individuals and families alike. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where convenience meets taste, as we explore the secrets behind cooking a perfect weeknight chicken chop suey.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CHOP SUEY



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Chop suey has always been my favorite dish at Chinese restaurants, and after several tries I've managed to come up with this dish that tastes very similar to the chop suey at my favorite Chinese restaurant. There is a lot of chopping, but it's well worth the effort. The prep time depends on how quickly you can chop. We like it with vegetable fried rice or honey-garlic spare ribs.

Provided by PICCADILLIAN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces
1 large green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup thinly sliced celery
½ cup thinly sliced carrots
¾ cup boiling water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white sugar
2 cups bok choy, thinly sliced
1 ½ cups bean sprouts
2 teaspoons water
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until golden on the outside and no longer pink in the center, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from skillet.
  • Heat remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil in the skillet. Add green bell pepper, onion, celery, and carrot.
  • Mix boiling water, soy sauce, bouillon cube, salt, and sugar together in a bowl; add to the bell pepper mixture. Bring to a simmer; cook until carrots are tender, about 7 minutes. Add bok choy and bean sprouts. Cook until bok choy is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet. Mix 2 teaspoons water and cornstarch together in a bowl; pour into pan and mix. Simmer until broth thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 70.5 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 932.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

CHICKEN CHOP SUEY



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Chop suey may sound like something your grandmother ate in the 1950s, but this version from China Café in L.A.'s Grand Central Market - a chicken stir-fry enlivened with plenty of bright bok choy - is honest, simple and plainly delicious.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, main course

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large or 2 medium chicken thighs
1 1/2 pounds bok choy, washed and cut into eighths lengthwise, then crosswise into 3-to-4-inch ribbons
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Salt to taste
White pepper

Steps:

  • In two cups of boiling water, simmer the chicken for 30 minutes. Remove chicken from the water, and let cool. Reserve the stock. When the chicken is cool enough to handle, remove the meat, chop and set aside; discard the skin and bones.
  • Put the vegetable oil in a large, wide skillet set over high heat. When it is hot, add the bok choy, and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Then add half the reserved stock to the pan, and cover; cook until the bok choy is crisp but still tender, about 2 minutes. Remove the cover, and continue cooking until the liquid evaporates and the bok choy browns a bit, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the remaining stock and the chicken to the pan set over high heat. Heat the chicken through, then add the oyster sauce, sugar, cornstarch slurry, sesame oil and reserved bok choy; season to taste. Toss to combine, and serve immediately over rice.

CHICKEN CHOP SUEY



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This is my favorite chop suey recipe. It's so versatile because you can change the meat or veggies to suit your taste...or according to what's in the refrigerator. -Arleen Gibson, Simcoe, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
3 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 celery ribs with leaves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound small fresh mushrooms
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup water
2 cups canned bean sprouts
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine soy sauce and brown sugar; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 20-30 minutes., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry onions and garlic in oil until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Add celery, mushrooms and green pepper to skillet; stir-fry 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove with slotted spoon to bowl. Add chicken and marinade to skillet; stir-fry for 5-7 minutes or until chicken is no long pink. Return vegetables to skillet., Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the bean sprouts, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 822mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN CHOP SUEY



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If you'd like a little extra crunch with this colorful chop suey, serve with chow mein noddles. -George Utley, South Hill, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained (reserve juice)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup cold water, divided
3 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, herbs and lemon zest; saute until lightly browned. Add next 5 ingredients. Stir in 3/4 cup water, pineapple juice and teriyaki sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until chicken is no longer pink and the carrots are tender, 10-15 minutes., Combine cornstarch and remaining water. Gradually stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges

WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN CHOP SUEY



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If you'd like a little extra crunch with this colorful chop suey, serve with chow mein noddles. -George Utley, South Hill, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained (reserve juice)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup cold water, divided
3 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, herbs and lemon zest; saute until lightly browned. Add next 5 ingredients. Stir in 3/4 cup water, pineapple juice and teriyaki sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until chicken is no longer pink and the carrots are tender, 10-15 minutes., Combine cornstarch and remaining water. Gradually stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CHICKEN CHOP SUEY



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Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups chicken or Turkey, precooked and cubed (Rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey would work great!)
1 can cream of celery soup
1 cup milk
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 small can bean sprouts, drained
1/2 cup sour cream
2 Tablespoons parsley
3/4 cup onion, diced
4 cups cooked rice
Chow Mein Noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, over medium heat, mix together chicken {or turkey}, celery soup, milk, soy sauce, bean drained sprouts, sour cream, parsley, and onion. Mix well until incorporated. Cook for 30 minutes - mixture should be bubbly. While cooking, make your rice. Remove from stove and serve over cooked rice. Top with Chow Mein Noodles. Drizzle with additional soy sauce if needed. (I don't, but my hubby does)

Tips:

  • Prep Your Ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all of your ingredients are prepped and ready to go. This will help you save time and ensure that your Chop Suey is cooked evenly.
  • Choose Your Protein: The classic Chop Suey protein is chicken, but you can also use beef, pork, or shrimp. If you're using chicken, be sure to use boneless, skinless breasts or thighs.
  • Make a Flavorful Sauce: The sauce is what really makes Chop Suey special. Be sure to use a good quality soy sauce and rice vinegar. You can also add other seasonings, such as ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, to taste.
  • Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your Chop Suey the best flavor and texture. Be sure to use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Cook the Chop Suey Over High Heat: Chop Suey is a quick-cooking dish, so be sure to cook it over high heat. This will help to ensure that the vegetables stay crisp and the sauce thickens.

Conclusion:

Chicken Chop Suey is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its flavorful sauce, crisp vegetables, and tender protein, Chop Suey is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Chicken Chop Suey a try!

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