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Delicious plate of Chicken Chow Mein with vegetables and chicken.

Chicken Chow Mein

A vibrant medley of flavors and textures, this Chicken Chow Mein is quick to whip up and bursting with colorful veggies and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 8 oz chow mein noodles
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 cup cabbage
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch to create the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Stir-fry the chicken in a wok or skillet until it's no longer pink, then remove from the pan.
  2. Stir-fry the bell peppers, carrots, cabbage, and green onions until tender.
  3. Return the cooked chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and simmer until thickened.
  4. Add the noodles to the pan, toss to combine, and season with salt, pepper, and sesame oil.
  5. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Chicken Chow Mein will keep well in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Store everything separately until ready to serve and reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth if it seems dry.