1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained (reserve juice)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup cold water, divided
3 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cups hot cooked brown rice
Directions
In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, herbs and lemon zest; saute until lightly browned. Add next 5 ingredients. Stir in 3/4 cup water, pineapple juice and teriyaki sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until chicken is no longer pink and the carrots are tender, 10-15 minutes.
Combine cornstarch and remaining water. Gradually stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with rice.
Test Kitchen Tips
Where did chop suey originate?
While chop suey is a well-known dish, we're not entirely sure where it originated. Whatever the origin, it's a really delicious and quick weeknight meal.
What can I add to this dish?
This dish is a great way to eat more veggies! Toss in whatever you have on hand, like green pepper, bok choy, broccoli or kale. You could also drizzle on some Sriracha for a spicy kick.
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Georgia Peach
Dec 1, 2020
I've never made "Chop Suey" with fruit - only with green vegetables! So thought this recipe sounded quite interesting, and it was both easy and tasty. The only changes I made were that I used cooked, chopped chicken, which made the prep even faster for a weeknight, and I simmered long enough that the sauce turned into a thick glaze so didn't use the cornstarch to thicken.
Frissy
Jul 25, 2020
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Tricia
Feb 6, 2020
It was easy to make, I think the Tarragon made it a little strong.
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I've never made "Chop Suey" with fruit - only with green vegetables! So thought this recipe sounded quite interesting, and it was both easy and tasty. The only changes I made were that I used cooked, chopped chicken, which made the prep even faster for a weeknight, and I simmered long enough that the sauce turned into a thick glaze so didn't use the cornstarch to thicken.
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It was easy to make, I think the Tarragon made it a little strong.
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Delicious and so easy to prepare!