Copycat Panda Express Mushroom Chicken
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A quick and easy copycat version of Panda Express's mushroom chicken stir fry. It features tender chicken thighs, button mushrooms, and zucchini tossed in a light, savory ginger soy sauce.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Marinate the cubed chicken thighs for 20-30 minutes. → Mix the stir-fry sauce ingredients and blanch the mushrooms and zucchini for 30 seconds. → Sear and cook the chicken in a hot wok, then remove and set aside. → Sauté garlic and ginger, pour in the sauce, and return the chicken and vegetables to the wok. → Thicken the sauce with cornstarch slurry and serve with rice.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Marinate the cubed chicken thighs for 20-30 minutes. → Mix the stir-fry sauce ingredients and blanch the mushrooms and zucchini for 30 seconds. → Sear and cook the chicken in a hot wok, then remove and set aside. → Sauté garlic and ginger, pour in the sauce, and return the chicken and vegetables to the wok. → Thicken the sauce with cornstarch slurry and serve with rice.
Introduction
A quick and easy copycat version of Panda Express's mushroom chicken stir fry. It features tender chicken thighs, button mushrooms, and zucchini tossed in a light, savory ginger soy sauce.
Step 1
Marinate the chicken: Mix the cubed chicken thighs with 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 2 tbsp cornstarch. Let it marinate for 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 2
Prepare the sauce: In a measuring cup or bowl, combine 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water with chicken bouillon), 1/4 cup light soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine (or rice vinegar), and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Mix well and set aside.
Step 3
Blanch the vegetables: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the quartered mushrooms and sliced zucchini. Blanch for about 30 seconds until tender-crisp, then remove and place them in a cold water bath to stop the cooking process.
Step 4
Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the marinated chicken, spreading it out. Let it sear for 20 to 30 seconds before stirring to prevent sticking. Cook and stir for 5 to 7 minutes until done, then remove and set aside.
Step 5
Sauté aromatics: In the same pan over medium heat, add a little more oil if needed. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking and stirring for 20 to 30 seconds until fragrant.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Chicken thighs are highly recommended over chicken breast as they yield much juicier and more flavorful results.
Do not skip the cold water bath for the blanched vegetables, as this stops them from overcooking and keeps them bright green and crisp.
Letting the chicken sit undisturbed for the first 20-30 seconds of cooking helps build a nice sear and prevents the cornstarch coating from sticking to the wok.
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