Craving takeout? Skip the restaurant and make Chicken Chow Mein at home! This dish features tender chicken, stir-fried noodles, crisp veggies, and a savory, flavorful sauce—all made in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
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Why You’ll Love This Chicken Chow Mein
- Better Than Takeout: Fresh, flavorful, and customizable!
- Quick & Easy: Ready in 30 minutes with minimal prep.
- One-Pan Meal: Less cleanup, more deliciousness.
- Family-Friendly: A meal everyone will love!
Ingredients for Chicken Chow Mein
For the Chicken & Marinade:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
For the Chow Mein Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon white or black pepper
- ¼ cup chicken broth or water
For the Stir-Fry:
- 8 oz chow mein noodles (or substitute thin egg noodles or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- ½ cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ cup bean sprouts (optional)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
How to Make Chicken Chow Mein
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with 1 teaspoon oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let it marinate while prepping the veggies.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, sesame oil, pepper, and chicken broth. Set aside.
Step 4: Stir-Fry the Chicken
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 5: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
- In the same pan, add another 1 tablespoon oil.
- Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened but still crisp.
Step 6: Combine Everything
- Return the chicken to the pan.
- Add the cooked noodles and pour in the chow mein sauce.
- Toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the noodles are coated in sauce.
- Stir in the green onions and remove from heat.
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with sesame seeds (if using) and serve hot.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with spring rolls or dumplings for a complete meal.
- Pair with a bowl of hot & sour soup or egg drop soup.
- Drizzle with sriracha for an extra spicy kick!
Tips for the Best Chicken Chow Mein
- Use fresh chow mein noodles for the best texture. If unavailable, substitute with thin egg noodles or spaghetti.
- Cook on high heat to get that classic stir-fry flavor!
- Prep everything ahead of time—stir-frying happens fast!
- For extra crunch, add water chestnuts or cashews.
Storage & Reheating Instructions
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a pan over medium heat with a splash of broth or water to prevent dryness.
- Freeze: Not recommended, as noodles may become mushy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can I use a different protein?
A: Yes! Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, tofu, or pork.
Q2: What’s the difference between lo mein and chow mein?
A: Chow mein uses stir-fried noodles, while lo mein features softer, tossed noodles.
Q3: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce and rice noodles instead of chow mein noodles.
Conclusion: Better Than Takeout!
This Chicken Chow Mein is fast, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re cooking for family or meal prepping for the week, this homemade version beats takeout every time!
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
Enjoy your homemade Chicken Chow Mein, and happy cooking!
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Chicken Chow Mein
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Description
Craving takeout? Skip the restaurant and make Chicken Chow Mein at home! This dish features tender chicken, stir-fried noodles, crisp veggies, and a savory, flavorful sauce—all made in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Subscribe to our newsletter to get this recipe delivered straight to your inbox and never miss out on delicious updates!
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Marinade:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
For the Chow Mein Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon white or black pepper
- ¼ cup chicken broth or water
For the Stir-Fry:
- 8 oz chow mein noodles (or substitute thin egg noodles or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- ½ cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ cup bean sprouts (optional)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with 1 teaspoon oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let it marinate while prepping the veggies.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, sesame oil, pepper, and chicken broth. Set aside.
Step 4: Stir-Fry the Chicken
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 5: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
- In the same pan, add another 1 tablespoon oil.
- Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened but still crisp.
Step 6: Combine Everything
- Return the chicken to the pan.
- Add the cooked noodles and pour in the chow mein sauce.
- Toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the noodles are coated in sauce.
- Stir in the green onions and remove from heat.
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with sesame seeds (if using) and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh chow mein noodles for the best texture. If unavailable, substitute with thin egg noodles or spaghetti.
- Cook on high heat to get that classic stir-fry flavor!
- Prep everything ahead of time—stir-frying happens fast!
- For extra crunch, add water chestnuts or cashews.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Chinese-American Nutritional Informa
