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Chicken Chow Mein

Homemade Chicken Chow Mein: Quick One-Pan Delight!

This Chicken Chow Mein recipe brings takeout flavor home quickly and easily.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Sliced
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Vegetable or olive oil
  • 8 ounces Chow Mein Noodles Pre-cooked can be used
  • 2 cups Cabbage Shredded; bok choy, spinach, or broccoli can replace
  • 1 medium Carrot Julienne or sliced bell peppers can substitute
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Chopped, both green and white parts
  • 3 cloves Garlic Pressed; fresh is preferred
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Adjust based on salt sensitivity
  • 2 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce Coconut aminos as gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Light Sesame Oil Regular sesame oil might be too strong
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian options
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Dissolve in water to prevent clumping
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Adjust or omit based on taste

Equipment

  • Wok or skillet

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, chicken broth, cornstarch, and granulated sugar until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Boil water in a pot and add the chow mein noodles, cooking according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large wok over medium heat, heat cooking oil and add sliced chicken. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add carrots, cabbage, and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften but remain crisp.
  5. Return chicken and noodles to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until well coated.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or adjust the sauce to your taste preferences.

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