Asian Chicken With Mushrooms

why make this recipe

This dish is quick, tasty, and easy to cook. You get lean chicken, savory mushrooms, and a light sweet-salty sauce. It works for busy weeknights and simple family meals. If you like chicken recipes with fresh flavors, try this other easy salad recipe for variety: avocado egg salad with chicken and bacon.

introduction

Asian Chicken With Mushrooms is a simple stir-fry. It uses common ingredients and cooks fast. The sauce is a mix of soy, sesame, and a touch of sweetener. This meal pairs well with rice or a quick salad. For a fruit-forward chicken dish you can make another night, see this recipe for berry chicken with candied walnuts.

how to make Asian Chicken With Mushrooms

Ingredients :

• 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey or a low-carb sweetener
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions :

1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
3. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add mushrooms and soy sauce; cook until mushrooms are tender.
5. Stir in honey or sweetener and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
6. Garnish with green onions and serve.

how to serve Asian Chicken With Mushrooms

Serve hot over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or with noodles. You can also plate it with steamed vegetables for a full meal. For a grilled chicken side idea, try a dish like grilled chicken with balsamic glaze on another night.

how to store Asian Chicken With Mushrooms

Cool to room temperature, then put in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warm. Do not leave it out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

tips to make Asian Chicken With Mushrooms

• Cut chicken into even pieces so it cooks evenly.
• Use high heat briefly to brown the chicken, then lower to finish cooking.
• Taste the sauce before serving and add a little more soy or sweetener as needed.
• If mushrooms release a lot of water, cook a bit longer to reduce the sauce.

variation (if any)

• Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for more flavor.
• Swap mushrooms for a mix of mushrooms and snap peas for crunch.
• Replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener to lower carbs.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen mushrooms?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain them first, then add to the pan.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to make it gluten-free.

Q: How long does it take to cook?
A: About 15–20 minutes total from start to finish.

Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Yes. Use a larger pan and cook in batches if needed.

Conclusion

This simple Asian Chicken With Mushrooms recipe gives a quick, tasty meal with easy steps and common ingredients. For a similar takeout-style chicken and mushroom recipe to compare or try next, see Takeout Style Chinese Chicken and Mushrooms.

Asian Chicken With Mushrooms

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• Author: kaoucheegmail-com
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Gluten-Free Option

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Description

A quick and easy stir-fry dish featuring lean chicken, savory mushrooms, and a light sweet-salty sauce.

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Ingredients

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• 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey or a low-carb sweetener
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
3. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add mushrooms and soy sauce; cook until mushrooms are tender.
5. Stir in honey or sweetener and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
6. Garnish with green onions and serve.

Notes

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stir-Frying
• Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 300
• Sugar: 8g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken stir-fry, Asian chicken, quick dinner, healthy recipe