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Moo Shu Chicken

Moo Shu Chicken

Moo Shu Chicken is a quick and flavorful Chinese stir-fry made with tender chicken, crisp cabbage, mushrooms, and eggs tossed in a savory hoisin-soy sauce, served with soft mandarin pancakes or tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Moo Shu Chicken:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips (see notes)
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil divided
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 3 cups sliced green cabbage
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
For Serving:
  • Mandarin pancakes or flour tortillas
  • Sliced green onions
  • Extra hoisin or soy sauce

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the chicken.
  1. In a small bowl, mix chicken strips with 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon oil. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes to tenderize.
Step 2: Scramble the eggs.
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add beaten eggs and scramble just until set. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the chicken.
  1. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the same pan. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Step 4: Stir-fry the veggies.
  1. Add the remaining oil, then toss in ginger, mushrooms, and cabbage. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until the veggies soften slightly but still have crunch.
Step 5: Combine everything.
  1. Return the chicken and eggs to the pan. Add hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and the remaining cornstarch (dissolved in a little water). Stir to coat everything evenly. Cook another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 6: Serve.
  1. Warm the mandarin pancakes or tortillas. Spoon the Moo Shu Chicken mixture inside, top with green onions, and drizzle with extra hoisin sauce. Roll it up and enjoy!

Notes

✔️ Slice the chicken thinly against the grain for tender bites.
✔️ Don’t overcook the cabbage — it should stay slightly crisp.
✔️ Warm pancakes just before serving so they stay soft.