Ingredients

Crafting a meal at home is a chance to bring creativity into your everyday life. Here’s what you’ll need to create this comforting dish:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Salt to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

If you find yourself out of soy sauce, tamari is a great gluten-free alternative. And if you can’t get cremini mushrooms, button mushrooms work just as well.

Instructions

Cooking is an act of love, and following these steps will guide your ingredients into a delightful dish:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the onions and garlic, sautéing until the onions are translucent and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are golden brown, about 5 more minutes. The mushrooms should be tender and have a nice sear.
Return the chicken to the skillet, and season with black pepper, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Stir to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for another 5 minutes.
Stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce is glossy and coats the back of a spoon.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Remember, cooking is about engaging all your senses. Listen for the sizzle, watch for the perfect browning, and always taste as you go!

Author: Jenny
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: International