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READY IN 35 mins

Quick Chick

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"Chicken simmered with celery, onion, mushrooms and soy sauce. This is a quick meal my kids have always called 'popcorn' chicken. Serve with rice, if desired." — Kathy Miller

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1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup chopped celery
2 onions, sliced, separated into rings

1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, with liquid
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

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Directions

Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Saute chicken until all sides are well browned, then stir in the celery, onions, mushrooms with liquid and soy sauce. Cover skillet and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes or until celery is tender and chicken is cooked through.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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This was good and simple enough. I used fresh mushrooms and a little bit of chicken broth to replace the mushroom liquid. The finished dish isn’t the prettiest to look at. It would benefit from some added color. If I make this again, I would probably add some red and green peppers.

—Pam-3BoysMama

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May 07, 2013

This recipe needs spice changes to meet our taste. Chicken, celery, onion and soy sauce are a good start, but we prefer to use sesame oil, water chestnuts not mushrooms, and some chicken broth not water, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder and pinch of Chinese 5 spice then tighten the sauce up with a Tb. or less of cornstarch. Serve on cooked rice, pass the soy sauce, and top with crunchy Chinese noodles.

—GRAMMA GORGEOUS

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22 Ratings

Dec 09, 2004

I served this with white rice and the whole family loved it--it was quick and easy but SO tasty!

—LOVECED

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Jul 19, 2008

Of the 3 adults (kid wouldn't try it) at the table, 2 gave it a 3 (not enough taste, not attractive) and 1 gave it a 5. It was too watery so if I make it next time, I will drain the mushrooms. I would also add a touch of cornstarch to the soy sauce to make more of a coating for the chicken and veggies. Garnishing with chopped green onions would help with the appearance.

—ZAKKIE

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Jun 07, 2006

This was a really quick and easy recipe. I served it over rice. My husband finished it all!

—robin santos

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Jul 27, 2003

We loved this recipe!

—RLPETEY

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Apr 25, 2011

Used fresh mushrooms and replaced the 'mushroom' liquid I would've had from the can with 2 TBsps. 'Mama Sita's BBQ Marinade/Sauce'. This helped mellow out the soy/salty flavour. I also added fresh garlic, red belle peppers, green bell peppers and sliced carrots. Served over rice.

—RMSR

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Feb 14, 2011

Super yummy with red onions and white rice :) And healthy too!

—MTCHYG

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Nutrition

Calories
129 kcal
6%

Carbohydrates
8.2 g
3%

Cholesterol
34 mg
11%

Fat
3.8 g
6%

Fiber
2.2 g
9%

Protein
15.5 g
31%

Sodium
649 mg
26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Quick Chick

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 129
Calories from Fat: 34

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.8g 6 %
Saturated Fat 0.6g 3 %
Cholesterol 34mg 11 %
Sodium 649mg 26 %
Potassium 367mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 8.2g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Protein 15.5g 31 %
Sugars 3.6g
Vitamin A 3 %
Vitamin C 10 %
Calcium 5 %
Iron 10 %
Thiamin 11 %
Niacin 81 %
Vitamin B6 28 %
Magnesium 12 %
Folate 16 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.