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Moo Goo Gai Pan

Moo Goo Gai Pan is a light yet flavorful stir-fry made with chicken breast, mushrooms, and veggies in a smooth, savory sauce. It’s fast, satisfying, and healthier than takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup snow peas or bok choy
  • 1 tsp cornstarch for marinade
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp oil for stir-frying
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp cornstarch for slurry
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in soy sauce and cornstarch for 10–15 mins.
  2. Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Stir-fry chicken in hot oil until browned, then remove.
  4. Cook garlic and ginger, then stir-fry vegetables.
  5. Return chicken to pan, pour in sauce, and cook until thickened.
  6. Drizzle with sesame oil and serve hot.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/moo-goo-gai-pan/

Notes

  • Slice chicken thinly for quicker cooking and tenderness.
  • Use a mix of mushrooms (shiitake, button, or oyster) for more depth.
  • Swap snow peas with baby bok choy, broccoli, or napa cabbage.