Description
This easy Chicken Chop Suey is a quick and flavorful stir-fry loaded with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory, slightly sweet sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a satisfying dish served over rice or noodles, offering a great balance of protein, veggies, and bold Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup celery, sliced diagonally
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- ½ cup water chestnuts, sliced
Sauce & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
- Salt to taste
Serving
- Cooked white rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 4–5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the sliced onion and minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: Add celery, carrots, red bell pepper, shredded cabbage, and water chestnuts to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the bean sprouts. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture.
- Finish Cooking: Stir everything together and cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and the dish is heated through.
- Season & Serve: Taste the chop suey and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Serve hot over steamed white rice or noodles.
Notes
- You can substitute or add other vegetables like snow peas, mushrooms, or bok choy for extra variety.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes during cooking.
- Using chicken thighs instead of breast can make the dish juicier and more flavorful.
