Moo Shu Chicken

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Make classic moo shu chicken at home instead of eating at a restaurant or getting takeout. This dish is simple and bursting with flavor. Serve over rice or Chinese mandarin pancakes if desired.

square white plate of moo shu chicken with chopsticks
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 6 tablespoons cold water, divided

  • 3 teaspoons sesame oil, divided

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

  • 1 pound chicken breast tenderloins, cut into thin strips

  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 3 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix

  • 1 (4 ounce) can sliced shiitake mushrooms, drained

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon sherry

  • 3 green onions, chopped

Directions

  1. Whisk 2 tablespoons water, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and cornstarch together in a large bowl. Add chicken, toss to coat, and set aside.

  2. Combine remaining 4 tablespoons water and 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a separate bowl. Whisk in hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce until well combined; set sauce aside.

  3. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add eggs and cook for 3 minutes; flip and cook until firm and set, about 3 minutes more. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into thin strips.

  4. Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook over medium-high heat for 6 minutes. Flip and cook until golden brown on the outside and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes more; transfer to a plate.

  5. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and sherry; cook until cabbage starts to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add chicken, sliced egg, and reserved sauce to the skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes. Toss in green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

319 Calories
14g Fat
17g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 319
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 157mg 52%
Sodium 585mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 30g 61%
Vitamin C 25mg 27%
Calcium 72mg 6%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 453mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.