Description
A flavorful and satisfying Chicken Chow Mein made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and perfectly seasoned noodles tossed in a rich homemade chow mein sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 cups napa cabbage, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lb chow mein noodles (or thin spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker sauce)
- 1 tablespoon water (optional, to mix cornstarch)
Instructions
- Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper. If a thicker sauce is desired, dissolve the cornstarch in water and mix it into the sauce.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add onion, bell pepper, carrots, and cabbage. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the noodles. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
- Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce thickens slightly. Serve hot.
Notes
- Thin spaghetti can be used if chow mein noodles are unavailable.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of additional sesame oil before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add bean sprouts, mushrooms, or snap peas for more variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
