Description
A quick and flavorful chicken chow mein with tender veggies and a rich, savory sauce—better than takeout and ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Chow Mein Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
For the Chicken Chow Mein:
- 8 ounces chow mein noodles (or substitute with spaghetti)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Chow Mein Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together:
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken broth or water
Stir until smooth and fully combined. Set aside.
Cook the Noodles
Cook 8 ounces of chow mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and set aside. Do not overcook.
Stir-Fry the Chicken
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts.
Stir-fry for 5–6 minutes until fully cooked and lightly browned.
Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables
In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 teaspoon minced ginger.
Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, julienned carrot, and shredded cabbage.
Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Combine Everything
Return the cooked chicken to the wok.
Add the cooked noodles and 1 cup bean sprouts.
Toss everything together using tongs or a spatula until evenly combined.
Add the Sauce
Pour the prepared chow mein sauce over the noodle mixture.
Stir constantly for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat all ingredients.
Garnish and Serve
Remove the wok from heat.
Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if using).
Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Use a large wok or skillet to ensure even cooking and avoid overcrowding.
Cut vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate.
Cook noodles al dente, as they’ll continue cooking when tossed with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: chicken chow mein, stir fry noodles, chow mein sauce, Asian noodle recipe