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Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

Chinese · Main course · 25 min total

This classic Chinese takeout favorite features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and soft noodles tossed in a savory soy-based sauce. Quick and easy to make at home, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 8 oz dried chow mein noodles or 12 oz fresh
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 3 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions

1. Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, toss chicken slices with 2 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch until coated.
3. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the wok. Add onion and garlic; stir-fry for 1 minute. Add bell pepper and cabbage; stir-fry for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Return chicken to the wok. Add bean sprouts and green onions. Stir in oyster sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, sesame oil, and chicken broth. Toss to combine.
6. Add the cooked noodles and toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra crunch, add a handful of cashews or peanuts.
• Substitute chicken with shrimp, beef, or tofu for variation.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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