Chicken Oriental Recipe

Name: Chicken Oriental
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 broiler-fryer chicken, cut up (or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts); 1 teaspoon msg; ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine; 3 -4 ounces canned mushrooms; 1 (14 ounce) can pineapple chunks; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 2 green peppers, cut in strips; 2 medium onions, sliced; 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 broiler-fryer chicken, cut up (or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts)
1 teaspoon msg
¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine
3 -4 ounces canned mushrooms
1 (14 ounce) can pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 green peppers, cut in strips
2 medium onions, sliced
1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch

1
Sprinkle MSG on flesh side of chicken and a little over skin side 15 to 20 minutes before cooking.
2
The brown chicken pieces on all sides in butter in skillet.
3
Drain mushrooms and pineapple chunks, combine and measure liquids.
4
Add enough water to measured liquid to make 2C Add to skillet; bring to boil.
5
Cover; reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
6
Stir in sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar.
7
Add mushrooms, pineapple chunks, green peppers, and onion.
8
Cook 15 minutes longer.
9
Blend cornstarch with small amount of water; stir into hot mixture.
10
Cook, stirring until slightly thickened.
11
Serve with hot cooked rice.

257

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 broiler-fryer chicken, cut up (or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts), 1 teaspoon msg, ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine, 3 -4 ounces canned mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Chicken Oriental falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Oriental

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