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Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

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This Chicken Chow Mein recipe is a flavorful and satisfying stir-fried noodle dish featuring tender marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade chow mein sauce. Perfect for a quick weekday dinner, this recipe combines boiled egg noodles with a mix of soy sauces, oyster sauce, and sesame oil to create an authentic Chinese-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Protein and Marinade

  • 250 grams Chicken breast (Boneless, thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp Light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Corn starch
  • ¼ tsp Baking soda
  • ¼ tsp White pepper
  • 2 tsp Sesame oil (or cooking oil)
  • 1 tsp Brown sugar (or white sugar)

Main Ingredients

  • 300 grams Dried egg noodles (or 2 servings noodles, see note)
  • 1 Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2–3 cloves Garlic (finely chopped)
  • 2–3 Spring onions (cut into 2″ pieces)
  • 1 Bell pepper (red or green, thinly sliced)
  • 1 Carrot (julienned)
  • 2–3 Cabbage leaves (thinly sliced)

Sauces and Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp Light soy sauce (or regular all-purpose soy sauce)
  • 2 tsp Dark soy sauce
  • 4 tbsp Oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar (or white sugar)
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • ¼ tsp White pepper
  • 2–3 tbsp Cooking oil (neutral flavor, more if needed)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into thin slices. In a bowl, combine the chicken with 1 tbsp light soy sauce, cornstarch, baking soda, white pepper, 2 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
  2. Prepare the Noodles: Boil the dried egg noodles according to the package instructions until just tender. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch. Set aside. If using fresh noodles, this step can be skipped.
  3. Make the Chow Mein Sauce: In a small bowl or jar, mix together 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 2 tsp dark soy sauce, 4 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp water, and ¼ tsp white pepper. Stir until the sugar dissolves and set aside.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of cooking oil and stir-fry the marinated chicken until it is cooked through and slightly golden. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  5. Cook Vegetables: In the same wok, add more cooking oil if needed. Sauté the finely chopped garlic and sliced onions until fragrant and translucent. Add the harder vegetables such as carrots, bell pepper, and cabbage, and stir-fry for a few minutes until just tender but still crisp.
  6. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the wok along with the prepared chow mein sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
  7. Add Chicken and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the wok and toss all ingredients together. Continue to stir-fry for another minute or two to heat through and blend the flavors. Finally, add the spring onions and give a gentle toss before serving immediately.

Notes

  • If using fresh noodles, boiling can be skipped as they cook quickly when stir-fried.
  • You can substitute chicken breast with thigh for more juicy results.
  • The baking soda in the marinade helps tenderize the chicken.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or bean sprouts according to preference.
  • Adjust soy sauce quantity based on salt preference.

Keywords: Chicken Chow Mein, Chinese noodles, stir-fry chicken, egg noodles recipe, quick Asian dinner

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