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A colorful plate of homemade chicken chow mein featuring tender sliced chicken, vibrant bell peppers, crispy noodles, and fresh green onions, arranged artfully on a white ceramic dish with a rustic wooden background. The dish is garnished with sesame seeds and a drizzle of sauce, showcasing glossy textures and inviting flavors.

Quick and Easy Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

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A quick and flavorful chicken chow mein with stir-fried chicken, mixed vegetables, and crispy noodles tossed in a savory sauce.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles or lo mein noodles
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage, stir-frying for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cooked noodles. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until well coated and heated through.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.
  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 58 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg