Description
This Chicken Chow Mein recipe features tender strips of chicken breast stir-fried with fresh vegetables and chow mein noodles, all tossed in a flavorful homemade chow mein sauce made with oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chicken broth. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a delicious takeout-style dish perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless
Vegetables
- 2 cups cabbage, chopped
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1/2 batch green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
Noodles
- 12 oz chow mein noodles (uncooked)
Sauce
- 4 Tbsp oyster sauce (adjust to taste)
- 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp light sesame oil (not toasted)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp corn starch
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
Other
- 3 Tbsp oil (for cooking, such as olive oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, granulated sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth. Set this chow mein sauce aside for later use.
- Cook the noodles: Following package instructions, cook the chow mein noodles until al dente. Drain them and rinse with cold water to stop further cooking. Set aside to keep ready for the stir-fry.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized strips and sauté them in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add the julienned carrots, chopped cabbage, and pressed garlic. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables soften slightly and the cabbage becomes translucent.
- Combine and finish cooking: Return the cooked chicken and noodles to the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the prepared chow mein sauce over the top. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the chow mein from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- When using pre-cooked chow mein noodles, use approximately 1 lb to match the volume of uncooked noodles.
- Oyster sauce saltiness can vary; adjust the amount to taste especially if using regular soy sauce instead of low sodium to maintain balanced flavor.
- This recipe yields about 8 servings, making it suitable for family meals or gatherings.
- Ensure not to overcook the noodles to keep them firm and prevent them from sticking together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/8th of recipe)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg