Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Chow Mein that brings authentic Chinese flavors to your kitchen. This stir-fried noodle dish is packed with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz chow mein noodles
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup cabbage (shredded)
- 1/2 cup carrots (julienned)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp ginger (grated)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Boil the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Warm 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken slices and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: Add the remaining oil to the wok. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds, then add cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Combine everything: Return the chicken to the wok, pour in the sauce, and add the chicken broth. Stir well and let the sauce thicken for 1-2 minutes.
- Add noodles: Toss in the cooked noodles, stirring well to coat them in the sauce. Add green onions and black pepper. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy: Garnish with extra green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or a dash of Sriracha.
- Swap chicken with shrimp, beef, or tofu for variations.
- Use fresh chow mein noodles for an even better texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg