Description
Savory chicken chow mein showcases Chinese-American comfort dining with crisp vegetables and tender noodles. Families can enjoy this quick, satisfying meal packed with robust flavors and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (454 g) boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 12 oz (340 g) chow mein noodles (uncooked)
- 3 tbsps vegetable or olive oil
- 6 tbsps oyster sauce
- 3 tbsps low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsps light sesame oil (not toasted)
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 large carrot (julienned)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ batch green onions (chopped for garnish)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Sauce Creation: Whisk oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, chicken broth, cornstarch, and sugar in a mixing bowl until perfectly blended and smooth.
- Noodle Preparation: Cook chow mein noodles to al dente perfection, drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Protein Searing: Heat oil in a spacious wok over high heat, add chicken and garlic, cooking until meat achieves a golden-brown exterior and is fully cooked through.
- Vegetable Integration: Without cleaning the wok, introduce carrots and cabbage, stir-frying quickly to maintain crisp texture and vibrant color.
- Flavor Fusion: Return chicken to the pan, add prepared noodles, and pour sauce over the entire mixture, tossing thoroughly to ensure complete and even coating.
- Final Heating: Allow dish to simmer for 2 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are heated uniformly and flavors are deeply intermingled.
- Garnishing Finale: Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions atop the dish, adding a burst of color and aromatic freshness before serving.
Notes
- Sauce Precision: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to avoid lumps, ensuring a smooth, well-blended sauce that coats ingredients evenly.
- Noodle Texture Tip: Rinse noodles in cold water to stop cooking process and prevent overcooking, maintaining that perfect al dente bite.
- High Heat Technique: Use a blazing hot wok or skillet to achieve quick, even cooking and develop a delicious golden-brown sear on chicken and vegetables.
- Garnish Impact: Fresh green onions add a burst of color, crunch, and bright flavor that elevates the entire dish from good to extraordinary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg