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Moo Goo Gai Pan

Delicious Moo Goo Gai Pan: Quick, Healthy Dinner Delight

Moo Goo Gai Pan is a quick and healthy stir-fry dish that combines tender chicken, vegetables, and a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with tofu or shrimp
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Button or shiitake mushrooms
  • 2 medium Carrots Cut into thin slices
  • 1 cup Snow Peas Can swap with snap peas or broccoli
  • 1 cup Water Chestnuts Can substitute with sliced bamboo shoots
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Scallions can be used as a substitute
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Can omit or replace with mushroom sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Make a slurry with water

Equipment

  • Wok or skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moo Goo Gai Pan
  1. Marinate the chicken by slicing it into thin strips and combining with soy sauce and cornstarch for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a wok or skillet over high heat and stir-fry the marinated chicken for 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
  3. In the same pan, add mushrooms, carrots, and snow peas, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and add water chestnuts and sliced green onions, stir to combine.
  5. Pour in soy sauce and oyster sauce, stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients ahead for a smooth cooking process. Customize with your choice of protein and vegetables.

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