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Chicken Chow Mein

A quick and flavorful Chicken Chow Mein made with tender chicken, chewy noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce. Better than takeout and ready in under 25 minutes!
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Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chow Mein:
  • 8 oz chow mein noodles or thin egg noodles
  • 1 lb chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons oil divided
  • 1 cup cabbage shredded
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • 1 celery stalk sliced
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 4 green onions sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water or broth
  • Chicken Marinade:
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon oil

Method
 

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the chicken marinade ingredients and toss with the sliced chicken. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add the remaining oil to the wok and sauté the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
  6. Add cabbage, carrots, and celery. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  7. Add the cooked noodles and pour the sauce over them. Toss well to coat.
  8. Add the chicken back in along with bean sprouts and green onions. Stir-fry everything for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
  9. Drizzle with extra sesame oil if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

• Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
• Ramen or spaghetti can be substituted if chow mein noodles aren’t available.
• Add chili oil or sriracha for a spicy kick.
• Bok choy, snow peas, or mushrooms can be added for extra vegetables.
• For a saucier version, double the sauce ingredients.
Estimated per serving: Carbs 48g – Protein 28g – Fat 12g – Fiber 4g.