Spicy Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
A bold, fiery noodle dish packed with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and an addictive spicy sauce. Say goodbye to bland meals!
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 bell peppers thinly sliced
- 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
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Toss chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a wok, stir-fry the chicken until golden, then set aside.
- Stir-fry the veggies: Add oil, then sauté cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers until slightly softened.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, sriracha, and chili flakes.
- 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 fully coated.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with green onions and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Calcium: 10%
- Potassium: 14%
- Magnesium: 12%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Add a splash of rice vinegar for extra depth.
- Double the chili flakes if you like pain (in a good way).
- Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch.
- Swap sriracha for gochujang if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Serve with an ice-cold drink because, trust me, you’ll need it.