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Best Easy Dongbei Stewed Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Best Easy Dongbei Stewed Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 350 g
Ingredients: bone-in chicken pieces 2.5 lbs; dried shiitake mushrooms 1.5 cups; dried mung bean vermicelli 3 oz; carrot 1 pieces; potato 2 pieces; green onion 2 stalks; ginger 6 slices; garlic 4 cloves; soy sauce 4 tbsp; dark soy sauce 1 tbsp; Shaoxing wine 2 tbsp; sugar 2 tsp; salt 1.5 tsp; whole black peppercorns 1 tsp; vegetable oil 2 tbsp

Dongbei stewed chicken with mushrooms and vermicelli is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal. A high protein chicken dish perfect for a cozy family dinner.

Cook 70 min Difficulty NORMAL 390 kcal

#high protein #diabetic friendly #mediterranean

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

bone-in chicken pieces 2.5 lbs
dried shiitake mushrooms 1.5 cups
dried mung bean vermicelli 3 oz
carrot 1 pieces
potato 2 pieces
green onion 2 stalks
ginger 6 slices
garlic 4 cloves

Seasonings/Sauce

soy sauce 4 tbsp
dark soy sauce 1 tbsp
Shaoxing wine 2 tbsp
sugar 2 tsp
salt 1.5 tsp
whole black peppercorns 1 tsp
vegetable oil 2 tbsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 29 g 30%

Protein 34 g 35%

Fat 15 g 35%

Serving size 350g

Cooking steps

1

Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 20–30 minutes until soft; reserve soaking liquid. Soak mung bean vermicelli in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and cut into manageable lengths.
2

Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces on all sides until golden, about 6–8 minutes; remove and set aside.
3

Add ginger slices, garlic, and green onion to the same pot, sauté until aromatic, about 1 minute. Stir in mushrooms and cook for 2 more minutes.
4

Return chicken to the pot. Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, black peppercorns, and mushroom soaking liquid (strained, about 2 cups). Add carrot and potato pieces. Mix well and bring to a boil.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 40–50 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Adjust with more water if needed.
6

Add soaked vermicelli on top of stew during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Let the vermicelli absorb the flavors, keeping heat low to avoid overcooking.
7

Remove lid and check seasoning. Stir gently to incorporate vermicelli. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped green onion, then serve hot.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

Chicken forms the heart of Dongbei stewed chicken with mushrooms, providing structure, hearty texture, and rich flavor. Dried shiitake mushrooms also play a starring role, infusing the braise with earthy, umami depth that defines this dish’s northeast Chinese character.

Q. What cooking technique ensures maximum flavor in each bite?

Searing chicken pieces over medium-high heat until golden (about 6–8 minutes) develops a savory base through caramelization. Simmering the chicken low and slow in the mushroom-infused liquid allows the flavors to meld, creating a deeply satisfying stew.

Q. How do you prevent the vermicelli from overcooking and becoming mushy?

Add soaked vermicelli only for the last 10 minutes of cooking over low heat, just before serving. This approach lets the noodles absorb the complex stew flavors while maintaining their chewy, distinct texture.

Q. What is the nutrition breakdown per serving?

Each serving provides approximately 34g protein (35% of calories), 29g carbohydrates (30%), and 15g fat (35%), totaling about 390 kcal per 350g plate. This makes the stew a high protein option suitable for balanced family dinners.

Best Easy Dongbei Stewed Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe

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