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Tender sliced chicken and a colorful mix of crisp vegetables tossed in a classic savory sauce. This American-Chinese takeout favorite is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner served over fluffy rice.
For 4 servings
Marinate Chicken & Prepare Sauce
Cook the Chicken
Stir-fry Vegetables
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Tender sliced chicken and a colorful mix of crisp vegetables tossed in a classic savory sauce. This American-Chinese takeout favorite is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner served over fluffy rice.
This chinese_american recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 402.24 calories per serving with 40.52g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Combine and Finish
Serve
Substitute chicken with thinly sliced pork loin, beef flank steak, shrimp, or firm tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
Feel free to add or substitute other vegetables like bell peppers, snow peas, broccoli florets, or bamboo shoots.
For a bit of heat, add a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stir-fry sauce.
For a richer, darker sauce, add a teaspoon of dark soy sauce along with the regular soy sauce.
Chicken breast is an excellent source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle growth, and maintaining a healthy metabolism.
The wide array of vegetables like carrots, bok choy, and mushrooms provides essential vitamins (A, C, K) and minerals (potassium, selenium) that support immune function and overall health.
With ingredients like celery, carrots, and bean sprouts, this dish is a good source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps you feel full and satisfied.
Yes, Chicken Chop Suey can be very healthy. It's packed with lean protein from the chicken and a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, and fiber from the vegetables. Using low-sodium soy sauce and broth helps control the sodium content.
One serving of this Chicken Chop Suey (approximately 1.5 cups) contains around 390-420 calories, not including rice or noodles. This makes it a relatively low-calorie main dish.
Absolutely. To make it gluten-free, substitute the soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce. You will also need to use a certified gluten-free oyster sauce, as traditional versions often contain wheat.
The main difference is how noodles are incorporated. Chop Suey is a stir-fry of meat and vegetables in a sauce, typically served over rice or on the side of crispy noodles. In Chow Mein, the noodles are stir-fried directly with the other ingredients.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best results, reheat in a skillet or wok over medium heat until warmed through. Microwaving can sometimes make the vegetables lose their crispness.