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Easy Chicken Chow Mein

A quick, savory chicken chow mein with crisp vegetables and a simple stir-fry sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chow mein noodles or yakisoba noodles
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 3 cups napa cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots
  • 1/2 cup green onions diced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
  • green onions for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • wok or large deep non-stick skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Medium bowl
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Cook the chow mein or yakisoba noodles according to package instructions, drain, rinse under cold water if directed, and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cornstarch, chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil until smooth; set the sauce aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large deep nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  4. Add the chicken strips (work in batches if necessary) and cook 3–4 minutes per side until browned and just cooked through; transfer to a plate.
  5. Reduce heat slightly and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add the matchstick carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  6. Add the napa cabbage and red bell pepper and sauté 3–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  7. Stir in the diced green onions, minced garlic, and minced ginger and cook 1–2 minutes more until fragrant.
  8. Return the chicken and the cooked noodles to the wok, pour the prepared sauce over everything, and toss well to coat and heat through, about 1–2 minutes.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness.
  • Work in batches when browning chicken to avoid overcrowding.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for spice level.