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Chicken Chow Mein

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Chicken Chow Mein is a delicious Chinese-American stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and savory noodles tossed in a flavorful sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish combines soy sauce, garlic, and a touch of sweetness to create a perfect balance of flavors. It’s quick, customizable, and healthier than takeout—ideal for any weeknight dinner or meal prep!

Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into thin strips)

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (or cabbage slaw mix)

  • 1 medium onion (sliced)

  • 1 bell pepper (sliced)

  • 2 carrots (julienned or thinly sliced)

  • 2 cups cooked chow mein noodles (or other Asian-style noodles)

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (dissolved in 2 tablespoons water)

  • 1 clove garlic (minced)

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the Noodles:
    Prepare the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  • Prepare the Sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch slurry, garlic, and black pepper. Set aside.

  • Cook the Chicken:
    Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
    Add chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.

  • Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
    In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
    Add onions, bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  • Combine the Noodles, Chicken, and Sauce:
    Add cooked noodles, chicken, and sauce to the skillet. Toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

  • Serve:
    Serve hot, garnished with extra sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

Vegetarian Version: Skip the chicken and use tofu or tempeh. Add extra veggies like mushrooms or baby corn for more texture.Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes, chili paste, or fresh chilies to the sauce for extra heat.Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free soy sauce and noodles to make this recipe gluten-free.Other Veggies: Swap or add vegetables like snow peas, broccoli, or baby bok choy for variety.