Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Panda Express mushroom chicken copycat recipe, featuring tender chicken simmered in a savory sauce with fresh mushrooms. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and packed with mouthwatering taste that will satisfy your cravings. Serve it over rice or noodles for a comforting meal that brings the essence of takeout right into your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American/Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or shiitake), sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger root, minced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Marinate chicken pieces in soy sauce and cornstarch for 15 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add marinated chicken; cook until golden brown and fully cooked (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in sliced mushrooms; cook until soft (3-4 minutes).
- Combine oyster sauce, sugar, and water; pour over chicken and mushrooms, stirring to combine until thickened (1-2 minutes).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider tossing in bell peppers or snap peas. Ensure you don’t overcrowd the pan for even cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.