A takeout favorite made fresh at home, Chicken Chow Mein features stir-fried noodles, juicy chicken, and crisp vegetables tossed in a savory soy-based sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes.
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
10 oz chow mein noodles or egg noodles
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 cup bean sprouts
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
2 tbsp oil (for frying)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)
½ tsp sesame oil
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
Optional: sesame seeds, green onions
Marinate chicken with 1 tsp soy sauce, ½ tsp sesame oil, and ½ tsp cornstarch. Set aside.
Boil noodles per package instructions. Rinse with cold water and drain.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok. Stir-fry chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Add more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic and ginger, then add cabbage and carrots. Cook 2–3 minutes.
Return chicken and add noodles. Pour in sauce mixture. Toss to combine and heat through.
Drizzle sesame oil and top with green onions or sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Use tofu or shrimp instead of chicken.
Customize with vegetables on hand.
Leftovers keep well for 3 days.