Description
Chicken Chow Mein with The Best Chow Mein Sauce is a delightful and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. This quick and easy stir-fry features tender chicken, a medley of vibrant vegetables, and a homemade chow mein sauce that adds a delicious punch of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a meal prep option, this dish is not only satisfying but also nutritious. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a hearty meal that caters to the whole family, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 12 oz uncooked chow mein noodles
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 large julienned carrot
- ½ batch chopped green onions
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp oil
- 6 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp light sesame oil (not toasted)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Whisk together all chow mein sauce ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
- Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; cook bite-sized chicken pieces until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining oil and sauté carrots, cabbage, and garlic until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Return chicken and noodles to the pan; pour in sauce and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg