Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat
Indulge in the savory delight of this Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat recipe, bringing the iconic flavors of the beloved dish straight to your kitchen. This quick and easy dish features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a mouthwatering sauce that rivals takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, this recipe is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you serve it over rice or noodles, you’ll love the delightful balance of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups mushrooms (cleaned and quartered)
- 1 large zucchini (cut into half circles)
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch for 20-30 minutes.
- Mix water, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl for the sauce.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and cook marinated chicken until browned; set aside.
- Stir-fry mushrooms and zucchini in the same skillet until crisp-tender.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook briefly before returning chicken to the skillet.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and stir until thickened. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg