Description
This Chicken Chow Mein with The Best Chow Mein Sauce is a quick, savory stir-fry recipe with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and flavorful homemade chow mein sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, it’s a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and flavorful chow mein noodles.
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Chow Mein:
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless
- 3 tbsp oil
- 12 oz chow mein noodles (uncooked)
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- ½ batch green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
For the Chow Mein Sauce:
- 6 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp light sesame oil (not toasted)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, granulated sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the Noodles: Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Cut chicken into bite-sized strips and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add remaining oil to the pan and sauté carrots, cabbage, and garlic for 3-4 minutes, until vegetables are softened and cabbage is translucent.
- Combine and Cook: Add the cooked chicken and noodles back to the pan. Pour sauce over the top and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Protein Variations: You can swap the chicken for beef, shrimp, or tofu.
- Vegetarian Version: Omit the chicken and add more vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas.
- Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for heat.
- Gluten-Free: Ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free and use gluten-free noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese