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How to Make Delicious Braised Chicken with Mushrooms

Braised Chicken with Mushrooms is a comforting, umami-rich dish perfect for family meals. Here’s a simple yet flavorful recipe to guide you.

Ingredients:

- 500g chicken thighs (cut into pieces), 8 dried shiitake mushrooms (rehydrated and sliced), 3 ginger slices, 2 garlic cloves, 1 scallion (chopped).

- Seasonings: 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 tbsp cooking oil, a pinch of salt.

Steps:

1. Prep: Soak mushrooms in warm water for 20 minutes until soft; drain and reserve the soaking liquid. Pat chicken dry.

2. Sauté: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Brown chicken pieces for 5 minutes until golden. Add ginger, garlic, and scallions, stir-frying until fragrant.

3. Simmer: Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; mix well. Add mushrooms, broth, and ¼ cup mushroom water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes until chicken is tender.

4. Finish: Adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Garnish with extra chopped scallions and serve hot with rice.

Tips: For a deeper flavor, marinate chicken for 30 minutes before cooking. Rehydrated mushroom water adds an earthy touch to the broth. Enjoy this savory, homestyle dish that’s sure to become a favorite!