Chicken Chow Mein with the Best Chow Mein Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Chicken Chow Mein with the Best Chow Mein Sauce, a quick and easy dish that brings the essence of your favorite Asian takeout right to your kitchen. This vibrant one-pan meal features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and perfectly cooked chow mein noodles, all enveloped in a savory homemade sauce that’s sure to impress at family dinners or casual gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can create a delicious, healthier version of chow mein that is customizable to your taste. Enjoy this delectable dish hot off the pan for an unforgettable dining experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 12 oz uncooked chow mein noodles
- 2 cups cabbage
- 1 large carrot (julienned)
- 1/2 batch green onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp light sesame oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp corn starch
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together oyster sauce, granulated sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch in a bowl. Set aside.
- Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium heat. Cook bite-sized strips of chicken until golden brown; remove from the pan.
- Sauté julienned carrots, cabbage, and pressed garlic until softened.
- Return chicken and cooked noodles to the pan; pour prepared sauce over everything. Stir well for another 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg