Best 5 Mu Shu Chicken Recipes

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Mu shu chicken is a classic Chinese dish that is popular all over the world. It is made with shredded chicken, eggs, and vegetables, all stir-fried in a savory sauce. The dish is typically served with thin pancakes, which are used to wrap up the filling.

In this article, we will provide you with three different recipes for mu shu chicken. The first recipe is a traditional version of the dish, while the second and third recipes offer some modern twists. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour.

The traditional mu shu chicken recipe uses a variety of vegetables, including cabbage, carrots, and scallions. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger, then stir-fried until it is cooked through. The eggs are also stir-fried, and then the chicken and eggs are combined with the vegetables and sauce.

The second recipe for mu shu chicken uses hoisin sauce instead of soy sauce. Hoisin sauce is a thick, sweet, and savory sauce that adds a unique flavor to the dish. This recipe also includes water chestnuts and bamboo shoots, which add a crunchy texture.

The third recipe for mu shu chicken is a vegetarian version of the dish. This recipe uses tofu instead of chicken, and it is also made with a variety of vegetables, including broccoli, bell peppers, and mushrooms. The vegetarian mu shu chicken is a healthy and delicious alternative to the traditional dish.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic Chinese dish. Mu shu chicken is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MOO SHU CHICKEN



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There is no need to order take-out when you can make this classic moo shu chicken at home. It is simple and bursting with flavor. Serve over rice or Chinese mandarin pancakes if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons cold water, divided
3 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 pound chicken breast tenderloins, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
2 eggs, beaten
3 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
1 (4 ounce) can sliced shiitake mushrooms, drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sherry
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons water, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and cornstarch together in a large bowl. Stir in chicken and set aside.
  • Whisk remaining 4 tablespoons water, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce together in a separate bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add eggs and cook 3 minutes; flip and cook until firm and set, about 3 minutes more. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into thin strips.
  • Add chicken mixture to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6 minutes; flip and cook until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear, about 6 minutes more. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Heat remaining teaspoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and sherry. Cook until cabbage starts to wilt, about 2 minutes.
  • Add chicken, eggs, and sauce mixture to cabbage mixture. Cook and stir until sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes. Toss in green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 156.6 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 585.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

MU SHU CHICKEN



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 31

1/3 cup hoisin sauce, plus more for serving
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons peeled and minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 red pepper, seeded, membrane removed, julienned
1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1/2 medium head green cabbage, finely shredded
1/2 large head Napa cabbage, finely shredded
1/2 medium head purple cabbage, finely shredded
1/2 cup julienned carrots
1 cup sliced button mushrooms
1/4 cup shaved bamboo shoots, drained
1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts, drained
4 eggs, beaten
2 recipes Chinese Crepes with Scallions, recipe follows
3 tablespoons toasted black sesame seeds
1 small bunch scallions, finely shaved
Fresh cilantro leaves, for serving, optional
Sriracha, for serving, optional
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup rice flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 eggs
2 scallions, finely sliced
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Whisk the hoisin, soy, mirin, sesame oil, garlic and ginger in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add the sliced chicken and toss to coat evenly. Marinate the chicken, covered, at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Once 5 minutes of marinating time remains, heat a large wok or skillet over high heat and add 2 tablespoons of the canola oil to heat. Using a slotted spoon, strain the chicken add to the very hot wok or skillet. Cook, allowing it to brown, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Add the red bell pepper and the onion slices, allowing them to soften, another minute. Next, add the cabbages and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until just browning, about 2 minutes. Push the chicken and vegetables to the side of the wok and stir in the mushrooms, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts. Remove from the heat and set aside, keeping warm.
  • Place a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil. Add the beaten eggs to the skillet, allowing to scramble, 2 to 3 minutes. Once cooked, break up the eggs with a rubber spatula and add to the chicken. Toss to combine.
  • Spread about 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce on each Chinese Crepes with Scallions. Top with some mu shu chicken, sesame seeds and scallions. Add cilantro leaves if desired. Roll up like a crepe and serve with Sriracha if desired.
  • In a medium glass mixing bowl, whisk the flours, salt, 1 cup water, the sesame oil and eggs; the batter should be smooth and free of lumps.
  • Heat a crepe pan or 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Very lightly coat the skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Ladle in 1/4 cup of the batter. Gently rotate the skillet for a few seconds, swirling the batter to create a thin, even layer over the bottom. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons scallions to each pancake at this point. Cook the pancake until the underside is pale and just firmed up, about 1 minute.
  • Flip the pancake over and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove from the skillet and transfer to a plate and cover with a kitchen towel. Continue with the rest of the batter until all the pancakes have been made. Keep warm until ready to serve.

MU SHU CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 57m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons groundnut oil (peanut)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 clove garlic, crushed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
9 ounces skinless chicken breasts, diced
1 tablespoon Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry
2 dried Chinese, shiitake or porcini mushrooms, reconstituted in hot water for 20 minutes, drained and finely diced
1 small carrot, diced
2 ounces gherkins or preserved mustard greens, finely diced, or zucchinis
2 ounces dried wood ear mushrooms, pre-soaked in hot water for 20 minutes, drained and finely chopped, or fresh shiitake or chestnut mushrooms, diced
4 ounces canned bamboo shoots, drained and diced
Handful dry-roasted peanuts
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 to 3 pinches freshly cracked white pepper
12 small iceberg lettuce leaves or 12 small wheat flour pancakes*, steamed in a bamboo steamer for 5 to 6 minutes, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a wok over a high heat, and add 2 tablespoons groundnut oil. Add the eggs, and cook until scrambled. Remove them from the wok to put aside. Wipe the pan clean.
  • Reheat the wok, and add the remaining groundnut oil. Stir-fry the garlic, and ginger, for a few seconds, and then add the chicken, and cook for 1 minute, or until the pieces start to turn slightly brown. Then, add the rice wine or sherry, and stir well. Stir-fry for a few more seconds, and then add the dried mushrooms, and carrot. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Add the gherkins, the dried wood ear mushrooms, the bamboo shoots, and the dry-roasted peanuts to the wok, and mix well. Stir in the scrambled eggs. Season with the light soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper, and transfer the chicken to a serving dish.
  • To serve: place the dish in the center of the table with the lettuce leaves on the side. Stuff each lettuce leaf with the filling, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calorie, Fat 24 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 134 milligrams, Sodium 489 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 6 grams

MOO SHU CHICKEN (EASY RECIPE)



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This homemade moo shu chicken is a hundred times better than takeout! Make it once, and your family will beg you to make it again and again.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Chicken     Dinner     Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons cold water, divided
3 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 pound chicken breast tenderloins, sliced into thin strips
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
2 eggs, beaten
3 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
1 (4-ounce) can sliced shiitake mushrooms, drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sherry
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of water, 2 teaspoons of sesame oil, and cornstarch until dissolved. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Set aside to marinate.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the 4 remaining tablespoons of water, the remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce until well-combined. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the beaten eggs and cook for 3 minutes. Flip it over and cook for 3 minutes more, or until set. Slice scrambled eggs into thin strips.
  • To the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken strips. Cook for 6 minutes on one side and flip. Cook for 6 more minutes, or until golden brown and juices run clear. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining teaspoon of vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shredded cabbage, drained shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and sherry. Cook, stirring regularly until the cabbage starts to wilt, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, eggs, and sauce mixture. Stir until sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in the green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 cal

MU SHU CHICKEN



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This is a very tasty streamlined recipe for Chinese mu shu chicken. It makes a lot. Avoid overcooking the vegetables.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 bunch green onion (1 cup chopped)
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 (8 ounce) package cabbage coleslaw mix
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup sherry wine or 1/4 cup other wine
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (8 ounce) package broccoli coleslaw mix
1 cup shredded carrot (optional)
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
hoisin sauce or plum sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the peanut and sesame oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet on medium.
  • Slice the green onions, using all the whites and enough of the tender green tops to make about 1 cup.
  • Immediately add the onions, shredded cabbage mix and mushrooms to the skillet.
  • Raise the heat to high and cook to soften vegetables, stirring from time to time.
  • Meanwhile, cut the chicken through its width (the short way) into 1/4 inch wide strips, adding strips to the skillet as you slice.
  • Mix the cornstarch into the sherry and add it to the skillet along with the soy sauce and garlic.
  • Stir well.
  • Add the broccoli slaw and carrots (if desired) and stir.
  • Continue to stir fry, stirring frequently, about 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • Just before serving, put the tortillas on a plate and microwave, uncovered, 1 minute 30 seconds to warm through.
  • To serve, spread hoisin sauce to taste on each tortilla (1/2 to 1 tsp) and spread 1/2 cup filing on each tortilla.
  • Roll up, burrito style.
  • Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.4, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 25.2, Sodium 885.5, Carbohydrate 44.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 16.1

Tips:

  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to cook the chicken and vegetables. This will help to prevent them from overcrowding and steaming.
  • Cook the chicken and vegetables over high heat until they are browned and slightly charred. This will give them a delicious flavor.
  • Add the eggs to the skillet or wok and cook them until they are scrambled. This will add some extra protein and flavor to the dish.
  • Serve the mu shu chicken immediately with the hoisin sauce, pancakes, and vegetables. This will allow you to enjoy the dish while it is still hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Mu shu chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of the savory chicken, the sweet and tangy hoisin sauce, and the crispy pancakes is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give mu shu chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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