Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Chow Mein, a quick and satisfying dish that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine right to your table. This recipe features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and soft chow mein noodles, all coated in a savory sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pan wonder is both family-friendly and customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite ingredients with ease. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy an authentic noodle stir-fry experience without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz Chow Mein Noodles
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
- ½ cup matchstick carrots
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1½ tablespoons oyster sauce
- ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken until browned, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining vegetable oil and sauté celery and carrots for 2–3 minutes. Add green cabbage and half of the chopped green onions; stir-fry until vegetables are tender yet crunchy (about 3–4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Return cooked chicken and noodles to the pan. Pour sauce over everything and toss gently until evenly coated and heated through.
- Garnish with remaining green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg