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The Easiest 30-Minute Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

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Make restaurant-quality takeout style chicken chow mein at home! This quick recipe delivers tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried egg noodles
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for marinating chicken)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 4 green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until tender but still firm. Drain them well and toss with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the cut chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and cornstarch. Let this marinate for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir fry until cooked through and lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the sliced onion and cook for 1 minute until slightly softened.
  5. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions. Stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the carrots, mushrooms, cabbage, and broccoli to the wok. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  7. While the vegetables cook, whisk together the sauce ingredients: low sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ground ginger, and chicken broth in a small bowl.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Add the cooked noodles. Pour the prepared sauce over everything.
  9. Toss constantly for 1-2 minutes until the noodles and ingredients are evenly coated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  10. Stir in the green parts of the green onions just before serving. Serve your homemade chicken chow mein immediately.

Notes

  • For the best texture, make sure your noodles are fully drained before adding them to the wok.
  • You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • This recipe is a fantastic healthy chow mein alternative to delivery options.

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