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Chicken Chop Suey

This classic Chinese-American Chicken Chop Suey combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Chinese American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

Protein and Vegetables
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Equipment

  • Large wok or 12 inch skillet
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Small bowl for sauce
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Plate for resting chicken

Method
 

  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, chicken broth, and sugar in a small bowl until the cornstarch dissolves completely.
  2. Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized three-quarter inch cubes and cut all vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
  3. Place a wok or large skillet over high heat and let it heat until smoking hot, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the hot pan and arrange the chicken in a single layer; cook without stirring for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden, then stir and cook another 2 to 3 minutes until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  5. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil, then add the carrots and snap peas; stir constantly for 2 minutes until they begin to soften but remain crisp.
  6. Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, and ginger; stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  7. Pour the sauce into the pan and return the chicken; stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the ingredients, then taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Transfer the chicken chop suey to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately over steamed rice or crispy noodles.

Notes

Keep the pan screaming hot and avoid overcrowding to maintain the crisp texture of the vegetables.