VEGAN CHICKEN! - Easy recipe from scratch - 8 ingredients

[@Itgyrl909]

I just made this and can confirm that it DOES Taste Like Chicken! This was incredible! The closest homemade dupe of any mock meat that I’ve ever tasted!! The texture & flavor were right on! I did add vegan chicken flavor seasoning... Yum!!!!

[@unicornsparkletigers2874]

I made it to how did You'rse taste? mine Was yummy was You'rse?

[@GaryMatthews]

I made this tonight. It's fantastic! Thank you, Sam. * I've tried plenty of other from-scratch mock chicken recipes, from KZbin and other sources. This one, by my reckoning, tops them all. It came out tender and with just the right meaty/chickeny texture; and yes, it *does* taste like chicken. * Full disclosure: I replaced some of the water with tamari, added a dollop of vegan mayo and a drizzle of toasted sesame oil, and used a chicken-flavored veggie broth powder. * Your idea of using *silken* tofu as a seitan component is genius. One can tweak the firmness by increasing or decreasing that. One benefit of the high-soy content is that there's no "bready" aftertaste such as I've experienced with other seitan recipes. * My next venture will be wrapping the marinated fillets in spring-roll rice paper, then dredging them in seasoned flour and air-frying them. Done right, I'm thinking the softened-and-baked rice paper should nicely simulate crispy chicken skin. (So many experiments, so little time!)

[@karenneumeier3986]

I'm vegetarian but new to vegan and I am inspired by Sam's enthusiasm and her simple methods (especially for beginners)! I have all 3 of her cookbooks and now I have the ability to follow on video! I'm so grateful...tyvm!!!😊

[@cristelperez1832]

One of my kids just decided to be vegan. We thought she wouldn’t last but seems like a solid decision. I think you’re gonna be my go to for her meal plans

[@jorgezamora8895]

The aesthetic of your kitchen is just precious! Loved that vintage vibe

[@responsiblecuisine4974]

Jorge Zamora right? I love the vintage appliances .

[@gardenofvegan4002]

Just made Seitan from scratch without much of a recipe. Made it two different ways and used one batch to make a fried chicken alternative. Honestly the potato gravy I made with the Seitan broth was the best. Will give this recipe a try once i get more vital wheat gluten. ✌

[@responsiblecuisine4974]

Garden of Vegan great idea to reuse the juices👏🏻

[@venusdemarco4373]

You knocked it out of the park with this recipe.Good job. I add a vegan chicken bouillon cube because that's what I had. Turned out so good.

[@cathym3708]

I made these last night!! They are sooooo delicious! My husband said it was the BEST seitan he has ever had! 😍

[@kimberlywalls9869]

I made these multiple times and they are so delicious! I've marinated them 3 different ways. I also just pan fry them plain are put them I to curry. I've also made them into Nuggets and bread them!

[@greghale7613]

You are the best cooking show on TV and send the best recipes on your emails. thank you!!!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Aww thank you!!

[@noelia2219]

Amazing recipe, thank you so much! I have used sillen tofu and followed the recipe exactly. After cooling I just grilled it and topped with some salt, pepper, lemon and a some olive oil and it is delicious!

[@ClaudiaAlvis]

Thank you! I've been making your recipe and these are the best not-chicken tenders I've had. I just use fresh mashed tofu and a little bit of more water. Delicious and super practical.

[@robinsabo6932]

Sam! Yes! You are the winner for the best tasting faux chicken recipe. I followed your recipe and it was really delicious. I had never made it with tofu before and it definitely made a difference! Thanks for sharing!

[@nicholejohnson3642]

I tried this recipe with the sweet and smoky marinade. Delicious, I tried a different one before I tried this one and I swore I would never eat seitan again. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

[@DeborahStephenson]

I just wanted to say that I love your version of seitan recipes. I have been making seitan for an embarrassingly long time (almost 30 years now) but yours are the best versions I have come across in all that time. I tried this recipe exactly as you did it the first time and it was great! Then I didn't have any tofu the next time I made it so I used leftover okara (the solids at the bottom of the bag after filtering my homemade soymilk--most people I know toss that part, but I'm thinking. "Hey, its soy protein! Don't waste it!" so I save it hoping for inspiration and opportunity to come along.) I used roughly the same amount that I would have used of tofu and believe it or not, it actually turned out even better!!! I know, it was incredible! I think it improved the texture so that it had more of the fibrous texture of real chicken where the tofu makes it a bit soft. You might want to try that in future recipes and let me know what you think. Hint: A bit of pea protein or chickpea flour helps with texture and flavor too--the last batch I made with okara and 1/4 cup of chickpea flour--was so spot on that my husband said he would have thought it was chicken if we had not been vegetarians for so many decades that he knew it couldn't be!

[@unicornsparkletigers2874]

I made seitan too. I Made it for dinner I made stuff to go With it I put potato,s And veggies it was Yummy. And I Made vegan stack it was so good I alsot eight the hole thing Because it was so good And yummy you should Make some stack if you Want it is yummy but Still keep eating healthy It will make you fit it will Give you abs so have fun And stay healthy 🥦🌽🥕🍅🥑🥒🥙🥗🥤🌰🍐🍏🍇🍎🥥🍑🍉🍒🍓🍊🍍🍌🍋

[@rubytan2440]

Love it with okara, that is a great idea. I hate having to toss away my okra after soybean milk because I didn't know what to do with it. Now I do. Thanks a million!

[@robertsolem9234]

Do you think it would work to use cooked soy beans instead of okara (or instead of tofu)?

[@DeborahStephenson]

@robertsolem9234 I don't see why not. I use lots of beans in different seitan and TVP recipes, especially cannelini, navy, & black beans and chickpeas. The thing is you need to blend them up in a food processor or blender until they are a paste so you have something similar to tofu. (Otherwise it can be disconcertingly lumpy in the finished product) The juice from the cooked beans will make the paste a lot wetter so either leave it out or add a bit more wheat gluten to compensate. Tip: Save the juice from canned chickpeas because it can be whipped into a kind of eggless meringue.

[@PlantBasedDads]

It's Joey from PBD. YAY, I have been waiting for a new video from you for like 6 months. Hey, thats exactly how I drain my tofu. Two slices in the package and over the sink to drain. Chickpea!!! I loved the video. I really need to make these. They look so versatile. Having them over a salad is a great idea for sure. Great video. Welcome back! We missed you!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Thanks so much!!

[@seitanicgirl]

I'm so happy to see you back on youtube! I've always been too scared to make my own seitan but this looks pretty easy! I'll have to give it a go!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Yay!! So happy you're inspired to try it :)

[@danettemckinnon7251]

I made this last night and marinaded one set in the lemon Dijon marinade. And OMGosh. This is amazing. Thee only thing I would say is that making the dough by hand is not going to be easy. I say do it in the food processor for sure. I will make these again for sure!!!!!!!!

[@marymarthacarrillo3783]

Sam, I love your open shelves. We had to remodel our kitchen and I went with this as my option.

[@erikaf.6170]

you are the best! the first vegan youtuber that I actually have follow and made several recipes and love love them! thank you so munch!

[@avibecallednellez]

Girl I liked this video a couple minutes in but when I got to see all the marinades you've created?!!? omg I wish I could love this

[@ricardomota3964]

She sounds so much like Kim Wilde. She even looks a bit like her when she was younger. Looking forward to try out this recipe.

[@itsgeegra]

This looks amazing! Last time I made seitan wings I ended up overworking them and having buffalo riot control rounds, still ate 6, no regrets.

[@Anwelei]

I actually LOLd at that.

[@karenboyd3270]

Glad to see you back, truly enjoy your personality. Hope your time off was a blessing to you.

[@aaronmerkel5216]

I make this one a lot because it is so simple! I steam the tenders in my rice cooker, so easy.

[@poetryplunge]

Oh, joy! So great to have you back on the screen with yummy inspiration and your joyful personality in tow! I hope this means that we'll see more of you. Thanks for sharing this recipe and the myriad ways it can be enjoyed.

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

I hope to post new videos more often than I have been :)

[@thescintillatingscientist7953]

I just bought your book sweetheart! Where have you been? No videos for 6 months.. I wanna see more of your smiling face and beautiful spirit!!! 💕

[@shannah1923]

Hi Sam, I made these following the website recipe a while ago. One batch of these & one batch of the seitan steaks and I didn't need to plan anything for supper for the week. Btw a couple of times I got lazy and just marinated in bbq sauce. Great work!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Yay! That's so awesome! Thrilled you are enjoying my seitan recipes! BBQ sauce is just fine! :)

[@dianelysrsoto]

Love this recipe! So easy to make and delicious. Thank you for sharing it.

[@ouidawashington6569]

love your energy and personality super infectious and bubbly

[@monsyd913]

This looks too easy! It seems to take me forever when I try to make regular seitan steaks or sausages, but I am totally going to give this recipe a try. I can imagine having lots of them in the marinade in the freezer... like six different ones just ready to go any night of the week. You are awesome and it's so great to see your face!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Oh yes, I have stacks of marinated seitan in the freezer. It makes dinners so easy and delicious!

[@libbytibby]

I LOVE seitan and am excited to make it your way. Yum

[@lindaswift8884]

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[@robinmartindale9597]

I made these last night and I love them. Tender and super easy to make, not your normal tough seitan. Thank You!!!!!!

[@Ohiochic123]

I screwed up the 1st time I made this because I mixed everything at once.- DON'T DO THAT! I found a comment that said to mix everything EXCEPT the VWG. Once everything else is mixed, then you add the VWG. And to be honest, I only did 1/2 cup at a time. I only ended up needing 1 cup and maybe a tablespoon. Then I put it out on VWG Flour counter, sprinkled more on to keep it from sticking and only kneaded it a few times to make sure the consistency looked like the video. This time THEY TURNED OUT! I love the consistency and taste. Now that I figured out how to do it, I will be making these all the time!! Great recipe!

[@thegirlwhospeaks236]

You Rocked IT! I,m in! Can’t wait to get the marinades! Great job! I’m into vegan food for over 40 years, I know the industry great job!

[@anavillalobosroca8100]

Hey Sam! Do you think it would be possible to share a recipe for vegan chicken seasoning and/or bouillon? Thank you for all the effort you put into your channel and blog, they are AMAZING 💕

[@Shekinah613]

Me: Avoids gluten. Also me: Watches entire video. Twice.

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Haha! You torture yourself!!

[@gissy888]

Lori B. 😂😂😂😂

[@yateshabrown5232]

you can use Chickpea flour!

[@yateshabrown5232]

@Raven Rayne Winter add the tofu and seasonings to the blender I like to add onions and garlic to mine I also use not chicken bullion cubes.

[@tieganmusto4344]

Oh, an alternative you can use is Xanthan gum it's more effective than vital wheat gluten, too; you only need 1 teaspoon for every cup or two of nonwheat flour to achieve the same effect as 1 tablespoon of gluten. Xanthan has a little over 2 grams of carbs per teaspoon, or 7 grams of carbs per tablespoon. Just gluten-free flour or any other flour that doesn't contain wheat. Hope This Helps😊

[@crabstick250]

Nice work Sam. Can't wait to make this as a lemon greek chicken.

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Oh yum!!!

[@barbarabrock5139]

I cook a lot but never imagined making this but after I will never buy store bought again. Thanks! Tastes wonderful and it was so easy and inexpensive.

[@victoriablanc761]

you are so light bright and fun. great video. everything looks so easy. love the pizza slice chicken pieces. will try this for sure.

[@mrs.p6130]

I enjoy your recipes. Organized, quick and easy to follow. Bless you!

[@ruchivasishta]

I almost never comment on any video, but I had to come back while I'm eating a bowl of this mixed with veggies. SO FRICKIN GOOD!!!! IF YOU HAVEN'T TRIED IT YET, WHY NOT? I recommend the Mexican or Italian marinade found on the website - Do it!

[@tophat5870]

We made chicken strips. They were a hit, even with the non-vegan kid. The change I made was to add poultry seasoning and only half the nutritional yeast. We aren't huge fans of nutritional yeast but it does add a depth that isn't there without it.

[@mishstone7611]

Looking forward to trying - I have been told Xanthan Gum is a great alternative for Vital Wheat Gluten for us Gluten Free People.

[@ambersmith2612]

You're literally the sweetest human being. You're so cute and I can't wait to try this recipe!!

[@responsiblecuisine4974]

AmberSmith it is so relaxing for me to watching her cooking 😌

[@karinaspiration]

Hi Sam, I made this recipe last Sunday with 50% tofu 50% chickpea (leftovers). I made it without food processor so I knead the dough. You know what, feels like I was eating a rubber sandal hahahahhaahah.. But taste sooo good with your sriracha marinade recipe, I will definitely make this again with 100% TOFU. So happy that you uploaded the video so I can see the full process.

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Haha! Seitan is more like baking than cooking, so messing with the ingredients can greatly affect the results! I always recommend following seitan recipes exactly as written for best results :)

[@we-qs2vd]

We miss your videos! I’m glad you’re still updating the blog and I hope you’re well and have a very merry Christmas ❤️ I made your sugar cookies and my family loves them!

[@carolcunya]

You rock!!! So glad I came across your channel yesterday. Tried my first recipe and worked so well that I am definitely trying all of them!! :)))

[@crslinday9512]

you just made my quarantine cooking easier❣️❣️ ilove your videos... always brighten my day

[@thetristonian1]

Vital wheat gluten alternative would be a gf/vegan unflavored protein with xanthan gum. For every cup of protein powder or gf flour (chickpea flour is great too) use 1 tea spoon of xanthan gum.

[@roger12393]

Could you make a vegan stuffed peppers? I don't see any on your website. Thanks

[@eelkeaptroot1393]

Why did the tofu cross the street? -To prove he wasn't chicken.

[@jadejaguar69]

Why did I cross the street? To get to the side you're on ;)

[@codycanibus8380]

You the mvp

[@unicornsparkletigers2874]

You are funny man what is rang with you you make Me laugh😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@sneakycheeky531]

@@unicornsparkletigers2874 bet you are indian

[@lizziebarrett]

This is really good, I make it every week and dolots of stuff with it!

[@responsiblecuisine4974]

Elizabeth Barrett very good idea to cook in bulk, less dishes to wash and less time to cook or to think what to do😬

[@aaronmerkel5216]

I made it tonight. Thanks for the instructions!!

[@MD-pv7xo]

What a pleasant surprise when I received notification of this video! Welcome back!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Thanks!

[@rayslover8526]

and she's gone again... lol

[@musicwithnancy]

I'm excited to try this one! Can you do this in an instant pot? What changes would you recommend, Sam? Thank you! Love your channel!

[@sshane1986]

These great sam! Please make breakfast sausage patties like the ones at McDonald's or tTimmies! Also the tiny maple breakfast sausage links i used to loooove.

[@adeleredfern2606]

I've just found your channel and made this 'chicken' today. It was so easy to make and very delicious. Thank you.

[@mommysina]

I have made your recipe many times and it is so easy and yummy. Thank you so much!

[@renatacasiel6970]

Hi These look amazing! Can’t wait to try them. Can you substitute the tofu with something else?

[@yehman71]

Got your cook book today!!! So excited!!! You rock Sam!!!

[@spoileralertpodcast5602]

Your channel is so UNDERRATED!! You’re awesome! I tried your vegan cake/ cupcake recipe..AMAZING!

[@CreativeJenna]

I just made this and it was tasty! The tofu I used was actually extra firm and it ended up being more of a sausage texture because of that. I marinated it in Mcdonald's BBQ sauce and worcestershire sauce... :-D I might try one of the other pieces with a more sausage spice on an english muffin.

[@jesseperkins9669]

Seitan is hands down my favorite meat alternative and this is another delicious recipe to add to my list of favorites.

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Yes it is soooo insane if made right!!! My boyfriend does happy dances whenever I make it!

[@gardenofvegan4002]

Think I might prefer seitan over tofu now.

[@Medli]

sam!! i missed you! yours is by far my favorite vegan cooking channel out there

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Aww shucks, thank you so very much!!

[@HappyLife3]

She is back! She is back! She is back! She is back on KZbin!!! Ahhhhhh I missed your videos so much!!!!! THANK YOU!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Awww shucks :)

[@karleedu]

I am just learning about Seitan. I have seen so many videos about how to make this, but, the "washed" thing doesn't suit me. Your recipes are easy and I can't wait to try them. I just ordered a steamer.

[@felicitasdieterle4563]

Great Girl! Love your Recipes . I don´t eat any soy, so can I use checkpea Tofu as well for that awesome plant based chicken? Thanks for your reply

[@consciousobserver629]

I'm usually a little hesitant to make seitan, but this version is not labor-intensive at all! So glad to see a video from you!! You are so danged pleasant and natural in front of the camera.

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Aww thank you so very much :)

[@adriannschmitke6578]

I love your videos!! Such simple, delicious recipies with easy to find ingredients!! I also bought your cookbook on Amazon!! I love it!!

[@bronwynthompson7850]

I added a cup and a half of tofu ooops so I had to add a ton more vital wheat gluten! Also my bouillon was liquid so in my mixer it just looked like liquid chicken smoothy! After fixing it now it's in the steamer

[@Noah-kl8wn]

Yay! Sam I've missed your videos so much!!! Glad that you uploaded again and excited for more!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Aww thanks Noah!!

[@andyfox6632]

Very well done. Keep up the great work!

[@1998tkhri]

I've been waiting for this for a long time, and not just because of the name of your channel!

[@angelicamontilla4865]

New to your channel and already loving it! The marinades look amazing! About to start making this recipe! Thanks! 💕

[@lauriesendeavors8668]

Thanks so much for the recipe, I’ve just recently been experimenting with vital wheat gluten 😊

[@jorats]

I make these all the time and always have that in my freezer, that and your steaks, and your pepperoni and now your bologna. Makes meals so much easier now!

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Aww yay!!! So happy you are enjoying so many of my recipes :)

[@JaydelCorro]

That was a great recipe. Great job, Sam.

[@LuisYax]

I have to try this next. It looks great.

[@lanatchenko]

Yay! You're back 😄 !

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Yay! Thank you :)

[@Ae-ne5iy]

I’m back to say I just made a recipe where I basically braised/stewed dry soy bean curd for a long time with some similar flavorings in the broth until it really softens and it turned out like “pulled” chicken. Perfect for say a chicken noodle soup type of dish. I should actually make a video. The way I cooked my soy bean curd today turned out like a perfect chicken substitute for something like Pho Ga or chicken noodle soup. Not as much gristle as chicken but a little and you get that soft pleasant soy texture that makes up for it.

[@1melissawhatnow]

I would LOVE to see a video of that

[@MrSkotty1992]

I miss your regular uploads and I hope you're doing well Sam! These tenders look amazing. I bet that they would make a fantastic fried chicken sandwich. Also Seitan pro-tip, add a touch of vinegar to your liquid mixture. It will help cut the wheaty taste in the final product.

[@vanessavalladares439]

Scott Bryant Which liquid mixture, the seitan or the marinade?

[@MrSkotty1992]

@@vanessavalladares439 the seitan

[@alisonmiller2708]

This recipe looks so good! I'm gonna make it tomorrow. Can you do a video on making vegan chicken nuggets with this recipe pretty pleeeeze?

[@Musicismylove888]

OH...MY...GOD!!! Those look absolutely delicious. I'm always looking for sources of protein on a vegan diet and these Chicken tenders look like they are packed with protein. Thank you for being such a fine example for the rest of us to live up to. ♥️♥️♥️

[@responsiblecuisine4974]

* M yeah, great options for cooking in bulk💪🏻

[@sweetcake405]

nice to see you again, I love seitan and am always looking for a new way to make it, this looks awesome, thank you

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

You're most welcome :)

[@nod8d]

Good to see you back, love your videos.

[@theveganhippie2730]

Deliciouser-er!! Love it. I can't wait to make these. So many possibilities. I always love your videos and recipes.

[@R.Specktre]

Awesome recipe! Thanks!

[@aries19471]

Just made these,super easy but I think I may have fried them too long as they were tasty but chewy. Could that be the reason Sam?

[@dentonssubliminals]

you could try boiling the seitan in broth, but it is just chewy in nature

[@dentonssubliminals]

if you didn't like how chewy it was try tofu instead

[@aries19471]

Thanks! I guess they are meant to be chewy then.

[@dentonssubliminals]

@@aries19471 yes they are! I honestly don't mind that, but I can't afford tofu 👌

[@tiekneebubbles]

Can i use better than bullion no chicken base paste from the jar in replacement of the vegetable powder?

[@willsonstrong25]

That looks 😋 thanku for making and good tips vegan tasty meal I will try this anyhow.

[@breezeshivaya]

Definitely keep making videos...you are a doll to watch!!!!!!!!!!!! xo

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

Aww thank you!

[@linzertube]

Nice to see you again! Love that this recipe is made in the food processor. Yay!

[@voicesinthewoods]

You’re so adorable! Freaking love you! Thanks for all the fantastic Vegan recipes!! 🥰🥰💚💚🌱🌱

[@joeb4142]

Yay! She’s back! Now you can show us a vegan chicken cacciatore recipe ☺️

[@Itdoesnttastelikechicken]

I've added that to my idea list :)

[@drdluv]

I second that! Childhood fav!!🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️

[@anitavirginillo]

These are amazing and no animals were harmed!

[@DahliaRosenberg]

so happy that I found your video!! just made them but they did not puff up like yours, what could I have done that didn't make them puff up?

[@kyle5709]

Yayyy! I think I might try this! Your videos are so fun to watch, and possibly the cutest vegan on youtube

[@GigiR247]

Can I make this in the blender?

[@MysteriousBeingOfLight]

Thank you ! I dont have a blender unfortunatly but this looks good

[@yunoluvzMH3]

I'm making this rn smells absolutely mmm DELICIOUS I can't wait to cook it

[@yunoluvzMH3]

Update love it