Description: A quick, flavorful stir-fry made with tender chicken and mushrooms in a peppery soy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes and perfect over rice or noodles.
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
8 oz cremini or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 tbsp light soy sauce (for marinade)
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp light soy sauce (for sauce)
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp water
1 tsp sugar
½–1 tsp cracked black pepper
1–2 tbsp neutral oil
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
Marinate sliced chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp cornstarch. Set aside.
Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry chicken until browned and cooked. Remove.
Sauté mushrooms until browned. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 30 seconds.
Return chicken to the pan. Add sauce and stir until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
Drizzle with sesame oil and serve hot.