Chicken Chow Mein
A quick and easy Chicken Chow Mein with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and delicious chow mein sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz chow mein noodles
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thin
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas) Can use fresh or frozen.
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Low sodium option can be used.
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth Can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or sesame)
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and chicken broth; set aside.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the mixed vegetables and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the sauce mixture and cook until thickened, stirring frequently.
- Add the cooked noodles and toss to combine.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu and use vegetable broth. Ensure the sauces are vegetarian-friendly. Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it moist.