Chicken Chow Mein

This authentic Chinese Chicken Chow Mein brings the vibrant flavors of your favorite takeout restaurant straight to your kitchen. Tender chicken breast, crisp vegetables, and perfectly cooked noodles come together in a savory sauce that's ready in under 30 minutes. It's the perfect weeknight dinner that's faster than delivery and tastes even better.

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Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: Chicken, Chow Mein

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 27

Servings:

Calories: 385kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Main Dish:

1 lb chicken breast sliced thin
12 oz chow mein noodles
2 cups cabbage shredded
1 large carrot julienned
3 green onions chopped

Sauce:

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup chicken broth

Instructions

Cook chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Mix cornstarch with chicken broth in a small bowl to create slurry. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth.
Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add sliced chicken breast and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
Add carrots and cabbage to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add cooked noodles to the pan and toss to combine.
Pour sauce mixture over everything and stir quickly to coat all ingredients evenly.
Cook for additional 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For best results, use day-old refrigerated noodles as they hold their shape better and won't become mushy

Cut chicken against the grain for maximum tenderness

You can substitute chicken thighs for breast meat for more flavor and moisture

Add other vegetables like bell peppers, bean sprouts, or snap peas for variety

Make sure your wok or pan is very hot before adding ingredients for that authentic "wok hei" flavor

Leftovers can be stored in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet

For gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and rice noodles instead of wheat chow mein noodles

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