Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
- 8 oz chow mein noodles or substitute with spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- ½ cup sliced bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Slice the chicken thinly. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shredded cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked noodles, soy sauce, oyster sauce if using, and sesame oil. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot for a delicious homemade Chicken Chow Mein.
Notes
- Use high heat while stir-frying to achieve authentic wok hei flavor.
- Pre-cook noodles al dente to prevent mushiness.
- Feel free to add or substitute vegetables and proteins to customize your dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg