Chicken Chow Mein

Chicken Chow Mein is a classic Chinese stir-fried noodle dish, featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables like cabbage and carrots, and a savory sauce. It originates from Chinese cuisine, with popular variations found in both American Chinese restaurants and authentic Cantonese cooking.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the noodles, protein from the chicken, and fats from the cooking oil. A typical serving provides a good amount of fiber and vitamins from the vegetables, with a calorie range roughly between 400 to 700 calories per serving, depending on preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	330 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	850 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	50 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Selenium	20 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Chow Mein showcases the Chinese culinary principle of achieving a perfect texture contrast between soft noodles and crisp vegetables. Nutritionally, it can be a complete meal in one bowl, offering a satisfying mix of macronutrients that makes it a popular comfort food worldwide.