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Chicken Chow Mein with Best Chow Mein Sauce!

5 from 2 votes
Chicken Chow Mein is a beloved dish in Chinese cuisine, known for its savory flavors, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked noodles. This dish is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. Our recipe for Chicken Chow Mein with the best Chow Mein sauce will ensure you have a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Below, we provide a detailed, step-by-step guide to help you master this classic dish.
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CourseMain Course
CuisineAsian, Chinese
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings8 Servings
Calories340kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Chow Mein Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water slurry

For the Chow Mein:

  • 200 grams egg noodles
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup julienned carrots
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

Marinating the Chicken

  • Firstly, in a bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breasts with soy sauce, cornstarch, and vegetable oil. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes. This step is essential for tenderizing the chicken and infusing it with rich flavors.

Preparing the Chow Mein Sauce

  • Meanwhile, prepare the Chow Mein sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and ground white pepper. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the ingredients are well combined. Set aside the cornstarch slurry for later use.

Cooking the Noodles

  • Next, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. This helps to prevent the noodles from becoming mushy. Toss the noodles with a little vegetable oil to prevent them from sticking together.

Stir-Frying the Chicken

  • Then, heat a large wok or skillet over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until it is fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the wok and set it aside.

Stir-Frying the Vegetables

  • In the same wok, add the remaining vegetable oil. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, stir-frying until fragrant. Then, add the shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, bean sprouts, sliced green onions, and bell pepper. Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

Combining All Ingredients

  • After that, return the cooked chicken to the wok with the vegetables. Add the cooked noodles and pour the prepared Chow Mein sauce over the top. Gently toss everything together to combine. Add the cornstarch slurry to the wok and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles evenly. Drizzle the final dish with sesame oil.

Serving Your Chicken Chow Mein

  • Finally, once everything is well combined and heated through, transfer the Chicken Chow Mein to a serving platter. Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the authentic taste of homemade Chicken Chow Mein.

Notes

Please keep in mind: If using cooked Chow Mein Noodles, they should amount to approximately 1 pound.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1315IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg
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