Go Back
+ servings
Chicken Chow Mein

Homemade Chicken Chow Mein: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight

Enjoy a quick and delicious Chicken Chow Mein, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to your tastes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast/Thighs tofu or shrimp can be used as substitutes
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch for marinating chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine (or Dry Sherry) chicken broth can substitute
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce vegetarian oyster sauce as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce light or dark based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper or ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage pre-cut coleslaw mix can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
  • 1 cup Carrots julienned
  • 1 optional Anaheim Pepper for mild heat
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions sliced
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Fresh Chow Mein Noodles dried chow mein or spaghetti can be used

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet or wok
  • small bowl
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by thinly slicing your boneless chicken breast or thighs, then marinate with Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and salt for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, remaining Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, and sesame oil. Set it aside.
  3. Bring a pot of water to boil and cook fresh chow mein noodles according to package instructions for 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  5. In the same skillet, reduce heat and sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add shredded cabbage and julienned carrots, stirring for 2-3 minutes until they're slightly tender yet still crisp.
  7. Return the cooked chicken and noodles to the skillet, pour the prepared sauce over, and toss everything together. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add sliced Anaheim pepper and chopped green onions, stirring for another minute until everything is evenly mixed. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping and measuring ingredients to keep the stir-fry process smooth and fast. Adjust salt and sugar levels to taste.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!