Name: Chicken Chow Mein with The Best Chow Mein Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional); 1/4 cup (60 ml) chicken broth or water; 8 oz (225 g) chow mein noodles (or thin egg noodles); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small onion, sliced; 1 cup (100 g) shredded carrots; 2 cups (150 g) shredded cabbage or bok choy; 1/2 cup (50 g) bean sprouts (optional); 2 green onions, sliced

Description

This Chicken Chow Mein is a quick and flavorful noodle dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. With tender chicken, crispy vegetables, and a rich, savory sauce, it’s a perfect homemade alternative to takeout.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1/4 cup (60 ml) chicken broth or water

For the Chow Mein:

8 oz (225 g) chow mein noodles (or thin egg noodles)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, sliced
1 cup (100 g) shredded carrots
2 cups (150 g) shredded cabbage or bok choy
1/2 cup (50 g) bean sprouts (optional)
2 green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, sugar (if using), and chicken broth. Set aside.
Cook the noodles: Boil chow mein noodles according to package instructions, drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Sauté garlic and onion for 1 minute. Add carrots, cabbage (or bok choy), and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
Combine everything: Return the chicken to the pan. Add the noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until well coated and heated through.
Serve immediately: Garnish with sliced green onions and enjoy!

Notes

To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.
For extra crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts before serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes