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Chicken Chow Mein

A classic Chinese stir-fried noodle dish with tender chicken and colorful vegetables, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

For the Noodles and Vegetables

  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles (or thin egg noodles)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup julienned carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts (optional)
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken with 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Allow it to marinate for about 15 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1/4 cup of chicken broth or water. Set aside.
  • Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside, tossing with a little vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Cooking

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it’s no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant. Add the shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, and bell peppers, cooking until they are just tender. If using, add the bean sprouts and stir-fry for another minute.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked noodles along with the prepared sauce. Toss everything together over medium-high heat for about 2–3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

Store any leftover Chicken Chow Mein in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply microwave in short intervals until heated, or stir-fry briefly in a skillet over medium heat.