Description

A quick and flavorful one-pan Chicken Chow Mein featuring tender marinated chicken, chewy noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and better than takeout.

Ingredients

8 oz chow mein noodles (or thin lo mein noodles)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon white pepper

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating)

2 cups shredded cabbage

1 medium carrot, julienned

1/2 onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons oyster sauce

1 tablespoon light soy sauce

1 tablespoon dark soy sauce

1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)

1 teaspoon sugar

1/4 cup chicken broth (or water)

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Instructions

Marinate the sliced chicken with salt, white pepper, cornstarch, and soy sauce for 10–15 minutes.
Mix all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the marinated chicken for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Stir-fry the garlic and onion for about 1 minute.
Add shredded cabbage and julienned carrot; stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan, add the cooked noodles, and pour in the prepared sauce.
Toss everything together until noodles and veggies are evenly coated and heated through, about 2–3 minutes.
Top with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu for variety.

Add vegetables like snap peas, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra crunch.

If you don’t have Shaoxing wine, use rice vinegar or dry sherry.

For spice, add chili garlic sauce, crushed red pepper, or sambal oelek.

Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of water or broth.

Prep sauce, veggies, and chicken ahead to save time.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg