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The Ultimate Quick & Easy Chicken Chow Mein: Flavorful Homemade Takeout in Under 30 Minutes

A close-up of a white bowl filled with homemade chicken chow mein recipe, featuring noodles, chicken pieces, cabbage, and carrots.
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Make authentic, savory chicken chow mein at home quickly. This recipe delivers tender chicken and crisp vegetables tossed in a rich sauce with noodles, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces dried chow mein noodles (or spaghetti/lo mein noodles)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir-fry sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions until tender but still slightly firm. Drain them well and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and cornstarch until smooth. Set this slurry aside.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the cabbage, carrots, and celery to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften slightly but remain crisp.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Stir to combine.
  7. Pour the cornstarch and broth mixture into the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  8. Add the cooked noodles and green onions to the skillet. Toss everything together gently until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce and heated through.
  9. Season with black pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For crispier vegetables, cook them for less time in step 4.
  • If you prefer a darker sauce, use dark soy sauce instead of regular soy sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or firm tofu for variety.

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