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Easy 30-Minute Takeout-Style Chicken Chow Mein

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Create a delicious, savory Chicken Chow Mein at home that tastes just like your favorite takeout. This recipe uses simple steps to give you tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a perfect homemade sauce in under 30 minutes. Save money and enjoy a quick weeknight Asian dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for marinating chicken)
  • 8 ounces dried egg noodles or chow mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the cut chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and cornstarch. Set aside while you prepare other ingredients.
  2. Cook the noodles according to package directions until tender but still firm (al dente). Drain them well and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the wok and set it aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the carrots and broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add the cabbage and bell pepper. Continue to stir-fry until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 more minutes.
  6. While the vegetables cook, whisk together the chicken broth, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and white pepper in a small bowl to make the savory chow mein sauce.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the wok with the vegetables. Add the cooked noodles.
  8. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles, chicken, and vegetables. Toss everything together quickly and continuously for 1-2 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Stir in the green parts of the green onions just before serving. Serve your delicious homemade chow mein immediately.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use fresh or dried chow mein noodles; avoid instant ramen noodles.
  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of cold water and stir this slurry into the sauce during the last minute of cooking.

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