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Tender chicken and crisp vegetables tossed with savory noodles in a classic sauce. This Chinese-American takeout favorite is incredibly easy to make at home and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
For 4 servings
Prepare Noodles, Sauce, and Chicken
Cook the Chicken
Stir-Fry Vegetables
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Tender chicken and crisp vegetables tossed with savory noodles in a classic sauce. This Chinese-American takeout favorite is incredibly easy to make at home and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
This chinese_american recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 558.07 calories per serving with 45.02g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Combine and Serve
Substitute the chicken with thinly sliced beef, pork, shrimp, or pressed tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
Incorporate other vegetables like sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, snow peas, or bean sprouts. Add bean sprouts at the very end as they cook quickly.
Add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha, chili garlic sauce, or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
For a softer, chewier dish, use lo mein noodles instead of chow mein noodles. The sauce and cooking process remain the same.
The chicken breast provides high-quality lean protein, which is essential for muscle building, repair, and helps keep you feeling full and satisfied.
This dish is loaded with carrots, cabbage, celery, and onions, offering a good source of fiber, vitamins (like Vitamin C and K), and essential minerals.
The carbohydrates from the noodles offer a quick and effective source of energy to fuel your body and brain throughout the day.
The main difference is in the noodle preparation. In Chow Mein, the noodles are often fried to be crispy. In Lo Mein, the noodles are boiled and then simply tossed with the sauce and ingredients, resulting in a softer texture. This recipe is a common 'stir-fried' chow mein, which is less crispy than deep-fried versions but distinct from lo mein.
Homemade Chicken Chow Mein can be quite healthy. It's packed with lean protein from chicken and vitamins from a variety of vegetables. You can make it even healthier by using low-sodium soy sauce, loading up on extra vegetables, and using a moderate amount of oil.
One serving of this recipe contains approximately 550-600 calories. The exact number can vary based on the specific ingredients used, such as the type of oil and the fat content of the chicken.
Yes! For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with firm tofu or a mix of mushrooms. For a vegan version, also substitute the oyster sauce with a vegetarian stir-fry sauce or mushroom-based oyster sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out, or microwave until hot.
Absolutely. If you can't find chow mein noodles, you can substitute with spaghetti, linguine, or even ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packet).