Best Chicken Chow Mein with Chow Mein Sauce Recipe
This BEST Chicken Chow Mein recipe delivers a flavorful and satisfying Asian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breast, crisp vegetables, and perfectly cooked chow mein noodles tossed in a savory chow mein sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s an easy stir-fry meal perfect for weeknight dinners or anytime you crave authentic chow mein at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless
- 3 tbsp oil (such as olive oil or vegetable oil)
- 12 oz chow mein noodles (uncooked)
- 2 cups cabbage, chopped
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1/2 batch green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
Chow Mein Sauce
- 6 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp light sesame oil (not toasted)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, granulated sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the noodles: Boil the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain them thoroughly, rinse under cold water to stop cooking, and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large wok or pan over medium heat. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized strips. Cook the chicken in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add the carrots, cabbage, and pressed garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened and the cabbage becomes translucent.
- Combine and finish: Return the cooked chicken and noodles to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared chow mein sauce over everything and stir to coat. Continue cooking and stirring for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve the chow mein hot straight from the pan.
Notes
- Cooked chow mein noodles should weigh about 1 lb when using pre-cooked varieties.
- Using low sodium soy sauce helps to control saltiness in the sauce.
- Light sesame oil is preferred over toasted to keep the flavor subtle.
- For extra protein, you can substitute chicken breast with tofu or shrimp.
- Vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms can be added for variety.
Keywords: Chicken Chow Mein, Chinese Noodles, Stir Fry Noodles, Easy Asian Recipe, Weeknight Dinner
