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Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat

Delicious Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat at Home

Enjoy a quick and tasty Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat with comforting flavors right from your kitchen.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless and Skinless Chicken Breast Can substitute with firm tofu for a vegetarian option
For the Vegetables
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (cleaned and quartered) Shiitake or button mushrooms are great substitutes
  • 1 medium Zucchini (cut into half circles) Can replace with bell peppers or snap peas
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Light Soy Sauce Gluten-free soy sauce or tamari can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar White vinegar or apple cider vinegar can be used as substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can be omitted if necessary
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can be subbed in
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) Ground ginger can replace fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can also be used
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot powder or flour can be used
  • 1/2 cup Water Low-sodium chicken stock can enhance flavor
For High-Heat Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil are good alternatives

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. Add the boneless and skinless chicken breast, ensuring it is well-coated in the marinade. Cover and let marinate for 20-30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. While the chicken marinates, mix together the water, additional soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a separate bowl until smooth. Set aside for later use.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, heat about 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat. Wait until the oil shimmers slightly before adding any ingredients.
  4. Carefully add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without stirring to develop a crust, then flip to brown the other side and cook through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the cleaned and quartered mushrooms and sliced zucchini. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Lower the heat to medium-low and return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, tossing everything together until evenly coated. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes as the sauce thickens.
  8. Serve immediately over jasmine rice or noodles. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Quality ingredients enhance the overall taste. Adjust sauce according to preference and customize with different vegetables.

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