Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Chicken Chow Mein with the Best Chow Mein Sauce, bringing your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and classic chow mein noodles, all tossed together in a savory sauce that delivers restaurant-quality taste without the extra calories. In just 35 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special family occasions. Enjoy the convenience of one-pan cooking while customizing ingredients based on your preferences!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 12 oz chow mein noodles (uncooked)
- 2 cups cabbage
- 1 large carrot (julienned)
- 1/2 batch green onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 Tbsp oyster sauce (or alternative)
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth, and corn starch. Set aside.
- Cook Noodles: Boil chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Cut chicken into bite-sized strips and cook until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add carrots, cabbage, and garlic to the same pan. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Combine: Add cooked chicken and noodles back into the pan; pour sauce over everything. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (370g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg