Sweet and Sour Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
Crispy chicken, chewy noodles, and a sweet-sour sauce packed with bold flavors. A satisfying meal that beats takeout every single time.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- For the Noodles & Veggies:
- 8 oz chow mein noodles cooked and drained
- ½ cup red bell peppers thinly sliced
- ½ cup green bell peppers thinly sliced
- ½ cup pineapple chunks
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Coat the chicken: Toss chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a wok, fry chicken until golden, then set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: Stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, and pineapple until slightly softened.
- Make the sauce: Mix ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Combine everything: Return chicken to the wok, add noodles, and pour in the sauce.
- Thicken the sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and let the sauce coat everything.
- Garnish and serve: Top with green onions and dig in immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 7%
- Potassium: 12%
- Magnesium: 9%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Add chili flakes for an extra kick.
- Use fresh pineapple for a juicier bite.
- Let the sauce caramelize slightly for a deeper flavor.
- Toss in cashews for added crunch.
- Serve hot because cold chow mein is just wrong.