Chicken Chopsuey Dominican-Style (Chopsui)
This Chicken Chopsuey is a vibrant dish packed with tender chicken and colorful veggies, perfect for a quick, delicious weeknight meal!
Equipment
- Wok or Large Skillet
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts skinless
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon oil for frying (peanut, soy, or corn)
- 1 stalk celery cut into slices
- ½ cup green peas cut into slices
- 1 piece ginger cut into very fine slices
- 1 large carrot cut into thin strips
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets
- 2 cloves garlic cut into thin slices
- 1 red bell pepper cut into thin strips
- 1 pack pak choi cut into slices (optional)
- 1 pound baby corn cut into halves
- 1 stalk leek cut into slices
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
Instructions
- Start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with the pepper and salt, ensuring every piece is well-coated.
- In a wok or large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken to achieve a nice sear.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same wok, add a little more oil if needed, and toss in the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
- Add the celery, carrot, broccoli, red bell pepper, and leek to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become tender yet retain their crunch.
- Return the cooked chicken to the wok along with the baby corn and green peas. Toss everything together to mix well.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sugar, and corn starch. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the wok. Stir everything together until the sauce thickens and everything is evenly coated.
- If you're using pak choi, add it in the last minute of cooking to ensure it remains crisp. Stir well to combine, and cook for an additional minute.
- Once everything is cooked to perfection, serve your Chicken Chopsuey Dominican-Style hot over a bed of rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the vegetable amounts based on your preference or what's available.
- This dish is great for meal prep; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a different protein, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp.