Description
Savory chicken chow mein delivers a classic Chinese-American stir-fry packed with tender noodles and crisp vegetables. Sesame-infused sauce and perfectly charred chicken create a restaurant-quality meal you can quickly prepare in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) chow mein noodles (uncooked)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 large carrot (julienned)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ batch green onions (chopped for garnish)
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- 6 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons light sesame oil (not toasted)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Craft a harmonious sauce by whisking oyster sauce, soy sauce (30 milliliters or 1 fluid ounce), sesame oil (15 milliliters or 0.5 fluid ounces), chicken broth (60 milliliters or 2 fluid ounces), cornstarch, and granulated sugar in a compact mixing bowl until silky smooth, then reserve for later use.
- Prepare chow mein noodles precisely according to package guidelines, targeting an al dente consistency; carefully drain and rinse under cold water, then let rest momentarily.
- Warm of cooking oil in a spacious wok or large skillet over robust heat; introduce chicken pieces and finely minced garlic, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until protein achieves a golden-brown exterior and reaches complete internal doneness.
- Without cleaning the cooking surface, introduce julienned carrots and delicately shredded cabbage into the same pan, potentially adding an extra garlic punch; stir-fry vigorously for 3-4 minutes, maintaining vegetable crispness and structural integrity.
- Reintegrate the previously cooked chicken into the vegetable medley, then gracefully incorporate prepared noodles; cascade the reserved sauce across the entire mixture, thoroughly tossing to guarantee uniform flavor distribution.
- Allow the combined ingredients to meld and heat through for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring optimal temperature and flavor integration.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions immediately before serving, elevating both visual appeal and aromatic complexity of the dish.
Notes
- Sauce blends easily when whisking oyster, soy, sesame oil, broth, cornstarch, and sugar until silky smooth.
- Noodles cook quickly to al dente, then cool down with cold water rinse for perfect texture.
- Chicken sizzles golden in hot oil with aromatic garlic, achieving tender and flavorful results in minutes.
- Crisp carrots and cabbage dance in the skillet, maintaining delightful crunch and vibrant colors.
- Combining chicken, noodles, and sauce creates a harmonious flavor explosion that melds beautifully.
- Green onions sprinkle final freshness, transforming the dish from good to restaurant-worthy spectacular.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 585 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 73g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 68mg