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Easy 30-Minute Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

A generous serving of homemade chicken chow mein recipe piled high on a white plate, featuring noodles, chicken pieces, and stir-fried vegetables.
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Make this quick and easy Chicken Chow Mein recipe for a flavorful, homemade alternative to takeout. It features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and savory Asian noodles ready in 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces dried egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for marinating chicken)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for marinating chicken)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery or broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the cut chicken pieces with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until tender but still firm. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes until slightly soft.
  5. Add the minced garlic, cabbage, carrots, and celery or broccoli to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, and white pepper to create the savory chow mein sauce.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet.
  8. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles, chicken, and vegetables. Toss everything together constantly for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats all the ingredients evenly.
  9. Serve your homemade chicken chow mein immediately for a delicious weeknight chicken dinner.

Notes

  • For the best texture, do not overcook the egg noodles; they should be slightly chewy.
  • If you prefer a darker color, add 1 teaspoon of dark soy sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • Use any combination of crisp vegetables you have on hand, such as snow peas or bell peppers, for a healthy chow mein alternative.

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