Chicken and Mushroom Stir-Fry

Chicken and mushroom stir-fry
Some meals just work. This chicken and mushroom stir-fry is one of them. It’s quick, simple, and full of flavor. Perfect for busy nights when you still want something warm and satisfying.

The chicken cooks until tender and lightly golden. At the same time, the mushrooms turn juicy and absorb all the flavor. Garlic and ginger hit the pan and bring everything to life. Then the sauce comes together, coating each bite with a rich, savory finish.

Because of this, the dish feels balanced and comforting. It’s not heavy, but it’s still deeply satisfying.

You can keep it simple or add extra vegetables. Bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas all work well. This flexibility makes it easy to adapt to what you have at home.

Serve it with rice or noodles. Either way, it delivers a complete and easy meal.

This is the kind of recipe you return to often. It’s reliable, flavorful, and always hits the spot.

Category, , , DifficultyBeginner

 

Yields4 Servings
Prep Time20 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time35 mins

 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
 2 cups assorted mushrooms (such as shiitake, button, or oyster), sliced
 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 3 cloves garlic, minced
 1-inch piece ginger, minced
 1 green onion, chopped for garnish
1 green onion, chopped for garnish
 1 green onion, chopped for garnish
 1 teaspoon cornstarch
 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Sauce
 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
 1 teaspoon sugar
 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water

1

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2

Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine, sugar, and chicken broth. Set aside.

3

Stir-Fry the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until it's nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.

4

Cook the Vegetables: In the same wok, add the remaining oil. Stir-fry the mushrooms and bell pepper until they begin to soften. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.

5

Combine Ingredients: Return the chicken to the wok. Add the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer.

6

Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.

7

Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Ingredients

 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
 2 cups assorted mushrooms (such as shiitake, button, or oyster), sliced
 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 3 cloves garlic, minced
 1-inch piece ginger, minced
 1 green onion, chopped for garnish
1 green onion, chopped for garnish
 1 green onion, chopped for garnish
 1 teaspoon cornstarch
 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Sauce
 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
 1 teaspoon sugar
 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
Chicken and Mushroom Stir-Fry
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Author

  • Alberto is a Calgary-based hospitality professional and the founder of OvenSource. His background is rooted in restaurant operations, guest experience, and concept-driven dining, with years spent working closely inside hospitality environments where food, service, and atmosphere all matter equally.

    Through OvenSource, he brings together practical restaurant insight, a traveler’s perspective, and a deep personal interest in how food connects people to memory and place.

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