Classic Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
If takeout had a rival, this would be it. Crispy noodles, tender chicken, and a rich, savory sauce make perfection look easy. Fresh veggies add crunch, while garlic and soy sauce bring serious flavor. It’s quick, simple, and won’t leave you regretting your life choices. Skip the greasy delivery and whip this up in no time. Plus, you control the salt—no more mystery sodium bombs. One pan, one goal: better-than-restaurant-quality chow mein. Let’s be honest—why settle for soggy noodles when you can make this masterpiece?
Classic Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
Golden stir-fried noodles, juicy chicken, and a rich sauce combine for the ultimate homemade chow mein experience. Way better than takeout!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Noodles & Veggies:
- 8 oz chow mein noodles cooked and drained
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup carrots julienned
- ½ cup bean sprouts
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Toss the chicken in soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a wok and stir-fry the chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry the veggies: Add oil, then cook cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts until slightly softened.
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, and ginger together.
- Combine everything: Return chicken to the wok, add noodles, and pour in the sauce.
- Thicken it up: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and toss until everything is coated.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with green onions and enjoy hot!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 410
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Calcium: 8%
- Potassium: 12%
- Magnesium: 10%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Toast the noodles for extra crispiness before mixing everything together.
- A dash of chili flakes adds the perfect spicy kick.
- Stir in a splash of rice vinegar for extra depth.
- If you love umami, a teaspoon of hoisin sauce takes it to another level.
