Chicken Chow Mein with The Best Chow Mein Sauce
Chicken Chow Mein is a tasty and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and stir-fried noodles in a savory sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb Chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into thin strips
Oil
- 3 tbsp Oil (vegetable or canola)
Noodles
- 12 oz Chow mein noodles (uncooked)
Vegetables
- 2 cups Cabbage, shredded
- 1/2 cup Carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup Bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Snap peas
- 3 Green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Chow Mein Sauce
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp Hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the chow mein sauce ingredients until well combined.
- Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the same skillet. Stir in the cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and snap peas. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the cooked chow mein noodles.
- Pour the chow mein sauce over the mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, then serve hot.
Notes
For extra crunch, add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas. If you prefer a spicier version, mix in some chili sauce or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Fat: 18g