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A Flavorful Journey with Moo Goo Gai Pan

Moo Goo Gai Pan made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced
  • 8 ounces shiitake or button mushrooms sliced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 2 cups snow peas trimmed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking

Method
 

  1. Prepare the ingredients: slice chicken, vegetables, and mince garlic and ginger.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the sliced chicken breast to the pan, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Toss in the mushrooms, bell pepper, broccoli, and snow peas; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce, stirring to coat the mixture evenly.
  7. Pour in the cornstarch slurry, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat.
  9. Serve immediately over rice or enjoy on its own, garnished with sesame seeds or scallions if desired.