Skip to content
eatmundo

China · Food

Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms

50 min
300 kcal
4 servings

By eatmundo · August 3, 2026

Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms🇨🇳AI-generated image

Same ingredients, elsewhere in the world

2 matches

Dishes from other countries' kitchens, made from the same core ingredients as Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms. The percentage is the share of ingredients the two recipes have in common.

Same technique: Stew404 recipes from 26 countries

This homestyle Cantonese dish features succulent chicken pieces marinated in a savory oyster sauce glaze, steamed alongside fragrant shiitake mushrooms. It is a deeply comforting meal.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms from another cuisine is Ayam Halia (Malaysia): the two share 67% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

tick what you already have - the rest goes on your shopping list
Adapt this recipe:
4 servings

How to Make It

  • 1

    Rehydrate 8 dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 30 minutes, then slice them into halves.

  • 2

    Cut 600g of chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry.

  • 3

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, sliced mushrooms, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp cornstarch.

  • 4

    Mix everything thoroughly until the chicken is well-coated in the thick, glossy marinade.

  • 5

    Arrange the marinated chicken and mushroom mixture in a shallow, heat-proof dish.

  • 6

    Place 2 thin slices of ginger on top of the chicken mixture to infuse aromatics during steaming.

  • 7

    Steam the dish over boiling water for 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

  • 8

    Let it rest for 2 minutes, discard the ginger slices, and serve hot with steamed rice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms?

Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms is a Chinese dish consisting of chicken thighs and shiitake mushrooms marinated in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and aromatics. It is typically served as a main course accompanied by steamed rice in home-style meals.

Can I use fresh shiitake?

Yes, but dried shiitake provides a much deeper, more intense umami flavor essential for this traditional recipe.

Why add cornstarch?

Cornstarch creates a velvety coating that locks in the chicken's juices during the steaming process.

What is the best cut of chicken?

Chicken thighs are preferred because they remain succulent and do not dry out during the steaming time.

Can I add other vegetables?

Yes, you can include wood ear mushrooms or lily buds for extra texture, but keep the chicken as the star.

Keep exploring