Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSouth SeaMu Shi Chicken Recipe

Mu Shi Chicken Recipe

Inspired by South Sea
Time30m
Serves4

This moo shu chicken dish combines sliced chicken with an umami-rich sauce, shredded cabbage, and shiitake mushrooms.

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Ingredients

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Mu Shi Chicken Ingredients

Method

Mu Shi Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add garlic, ginger, shiitake mushrooms, and shredded cabbage. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the Mu Shi chicken mixture in warm flour tortillas or rice wrappers, garnished with sliced green onions.