Homemade Chicken Chow Mein Noodles
Make delicious homemade chicken chow mein noodles with fresh vegetables and savory sauce. Ready in 35 minutes for an authentic Asian dinner your family will love.
Equipment
- colander
- wok or skillet
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring spoons
- measuring cups
- small bowl
- tongs
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dried chow mein noodles
- 1 tablespoon pure olive oil
- 12 ounces boneless chicken pieces thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup thinly sliced white onion
- 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions thinly sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the dried chow mein noodles according to the package directions, then drain them thoroughly in a colander. Set the noodles aside while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- Heat the pure olive oil in a large wok or a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced boneless chicken pieces and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate.
- In the same wok, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Add the sliced onion, carrots, and bell peppers. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften but are still crisp.
- Add the shredded cabbage to the wok and cook for another 2 minutes, tossing with the other vegetables, until it just starts to wilt.
- Return the cooked chicken and the drained noodles to the wok. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, toasted sesame oil, and water. Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles and vegetables.
- Using a pair of tongs or two large spoons, gently toss everything together for 2 to 3 minutes until the noodles and chicken are heated through and evenly coated in the sauce. The dish is ready when everything is piping hot.
- Remove the wok from the heat. Divide the chow mein among serving plates and garnish with the thinly sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
Thinly slice the chicken and vegetables for quick, even cooking. Adjust the sauce to your taste by adding a pinch of sugar or a dash of chili oil.