MUSHROOM-CHICKEN STIR-FRY

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Mushroom-Chicken Stir-Fry image

Hearty flavor distinguishes shiitake mushrooms from white mushrooms. Here they're paired with chicken and other vegetables for an irresistible meal in one.-Steven Stumpf, Shiocton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
1 cup warm water
1 egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch, divided
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce, divided
Pinch pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
4 tablespoons canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup sliced celery
1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and diced
3/4 cup chicken broth, divided
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/4 cup whole almonds, toasted
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the mushrooms and water; let stand 15 minutes. Drain, reserving liquid; set liquid and mushrooms aside. In another bowl, combine egg white, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon soy sauce and pepper; add chicken and stir to coat. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet or wok; stir-fry chicken until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, stir-fry garlic in remaining oil until browned. Add peas, celery, water chestnuts and mushrooms; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup broth and the chicken; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Combine sugar, ginger, reserved mushroom liquid and remaining cornstarch, soy sauce and broth; stir into skillet and cook until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add pimientos. Garnish with almonds and onion.

Nutrition Facts :

Henriette Swarts
[email protected]

I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


fiza batool
[email protected]

This stir-fry was so good! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the mushrooms were flavorful. The sauce was also very tasty.


Onyebuchi Oluchi
[email protected]

I've made this stir-fry several times and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the mushrooms are cooked perfectly.


Rajistanii Rahimoon
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and mushrooms are cooked to perfection, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


Arsalan Jutt
[email protected]

I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great.


Kristie Harris
[email protected]

This stir-fry was delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the mushrooms were perfectly cooked. The sauce was also very tasty.


Agha Zaheeruddin Babar
[email protected]

I made this dish last night and it was a huge success. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Jennifer Hernandez
[email protected]

This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


MD Shidul
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of stir-fries, but this one was delicious. The mushrooms and chicken were cooked to perfection, and the sauce was flavorful without being too heavy.


Lucy Monday
[email protected]

This mushroom chicken stir-fry was a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.