Description
This Easy Chicken Chow Mein recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory sauces for a satisfying meal that’s better than takeout.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 4 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 4 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoon light sesame oil (not toasted)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Main Dish:
- 10 ounces chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into bite-size pieces)
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 5 ounces chow mein noodles (uncooked)
- 2 cups cabbage (sliced thinly)
- 1 large carrot (julienned)
- 4 green onions (sliced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced or chopped small)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, granulated sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook Noodles: Cook chow mein noodles according to package directions, drain, and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, then set aside.
- Cook Vegetables: Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, then cook carrots, cabbage, and garlic until slightly softened.
- Combine Ingredients: Add noodles and chicken back to the pan. Pour marinade over everything, stir well, and cook for 2 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and enjoy hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
Keywords: Chicken Chow Mein, Chow Mein Recipe, Asian Noodles, Stir-Fry
