Chicken with Bitter Melon and Mushrooms
A quick and savory stir-fry that balances the slight bitterness of melon with earthy mushrooms and tender chicken. Ready in about 20 minutes, this is an easy weeknight dinner that uses simple ingredients.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 medium bitter melon
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Slice the 1 lb chicken breast into thin strips. Cut the 1 bitter melon in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and slice into 1/4-inch half-moons. Slice the 8 oz mushrooms and mince the 3 garlic cloves.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the bitter melon, mushrooms, and garlic. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender and the melon starts to soften, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Return the chicken to the skillet. Add 2 tbsp soy sauce and stir everything together. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce coats the chicken and vegetables. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring spoons
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