Ingredient:

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2-in. piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and sliced
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3-in chunks
• 1 green onion
• 1/3 cup Chinese cooking wine
• 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 12 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in water at least 30 minutes, optional
• Hot cooked rice and steamed vegetables, for serving