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Chicken Chow Mein

Chicken Chow Mein

Make this easy Chicken Chow Mein with tender chicken, vegetables, noodles, and a savory homemade sauce in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 495
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chow Mein
  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • For the Sauce
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package directions.
  2. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, cornstarch, chicken broth, and black pepper.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  7. Add the remaining oil to the skillet.
  8. Cook the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
  9. Add the cabbage and carrots and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly tender.
  10. Stir in the bean sprouts and green onions.
  11. Return the chicken to the skillet.
  12. Add the cooked noodles.
  13. Pour the sauce over everything.
  14. Toss well until evenly coated and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
  15. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Don't overcook the vegetables, they should stay slightly crisp.
  • Fresh chow mein noodles provide the best texture.
  • Cook the chicken in a single layer for better browning.
  • Toss the noodles gently to keep them from breaking.
  • Prepare all ingredients before cooking since stir-frying moves quickly.