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Panda Express Mushroom Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

This Panda Express Mushroom Chicken made at home tastes even better than the restaurant's popular dish! Plus the tender chicken, hearty mushrooms and signature sauce is done faster than you can get take-out.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 563 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 cup white mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ pound zucchini, cut into ½-inch pieces
Ginger Soy Sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white cooking wine
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
  • 2 teaspoons grated or finely chopped fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions

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  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss in cornstarch until each piece is well coated. Set aside.
  2. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in large skillet or wok.
  3. Add chicken pieces to skillet one at a time, spacing them apart far enough that they aren't touching. Cook for about 5-6 minutes per side or until the outside of the chicken is golden brown and is cooked through all the way. 
  4. Remove cooked chicken from skillet, cover, and set aside. Wipe skillet clean. Place skillet back on stovetop over medium-high heat and add remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  5. Add mushrooms and soy sauce. Saute for about 1 minute. Add zucchini and saute until the zucchini is just cooked through. Do not overcook; the zucchini should still have some bite to it.
  6. Add chicken back to the skillet and stir in the ginger soy sauce until chicken and veggies are all covered in sauce.
  7. Serve immediately with rice or chow mein.
Ginger Soy Sauce
  1. Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, white wine, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  2. In a small bowl, stir cornstarch and water together. Slowly add the mixture to the sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens. You may not need all of the cornstarch mixture. Remove from heat and set aside until ready to use.

Notes

  • Feel free to add additional ingredients! Here are some ideas.
  • Broccoli
  • Green bell pepper
  • Carrots
  • Diced onions or a sprinkle of onion powder
  • Green beans
  • Fresh parsley, fresh thyme, or other fresh herbs
  • Sesame seeds
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Nutrition Information

Calories 563kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 49g (98%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 215mg (72%) Sodium 1739mg (72%) Potassium 877mg (25%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 170IU (3%) Vitamin C 15.3mg (17%) Calcium 39mg (4%) Iron 3.3mg (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 563

% Daily Value*

Calories 563kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 49g 98%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 215mg 72%
Sodium 1739mg 72%
Potassium 877mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 170IU 3%
Vitamin C 15.3mg 17%
Calcium 39mg 4%
Iron 3.3mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.