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The Easiest 30-Minute Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
This quick and flavorful chicken chow mein is perfect for a weeknight dinner, combining tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and savory noodles in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Noodles

  • 8 ounces dried egg noodles

Vegetables

  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery

Green onions

  • 4 pieces green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)

Aromatics

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Sauces & Oils

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir-fry sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons cold water (slurry)

Instructions 

  • Cook noodles until tender, drain, and set aside.
  • Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy, sesame oil, and white pepper to make the sauce.
  • Stir-fry chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until cooked, then remove from wok.
  • Add remaining oil, stir-fry vegetables for 3-4 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions.
  • Return chicken, add sauce, then noodles, tossing to coat. Thicken sauce with slurry and stir in green parts of onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil at the end.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken, Noodles, Stir Fry