Description
Chicken Chow Mein is a delightful stir-fry dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and savory egg noodles, all coated in a rich sauce. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also customizable with your favorite ingredients. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 2 cups cabbage (green or Napa), chopped
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 8 oz fresh egg noodles
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Slice chicken, mince garlic and ginger, and chop vegetables.
- Cook the noodles: Boil according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Sauté chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in garlic, ginger, bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage; stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until vibrant.
- Mix sauce: Whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch mixture in a small bowl; pour over chicken and veggies while stirring.
- Combine: Toss in cooked egg noodles until well-coated; heat through for another minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg