Easy Chow Mein Recipe – Better Than Takeout Noodles
Easy Chow Mein Recipe | Better Than Takeout Noodles is a quick stir-fried noodle dish with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and savory sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
8 ounces egg noodles
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast thinly sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
3 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup julienned carrots
1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 cup bean sprouts
3 green onions sliced
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water divided
Instructions
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Cook noodles according to package directions, drain, and toss with a little oil.
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Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and 1 tablespoon water in a bowl.
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Stir cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water in a separate cup.
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Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Cook chicken for 3 to 4 minutes until done, then remove.
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Add remaining oil, garlic, and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
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Stir-fry cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes.
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Return chicken to pan and add noodles.
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Pour in sauce mixture and toss well.
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Add cornstarch slurry and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
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Fold in bean sprouts and green onions and cook briefly before serving.
Notes
Spaghetti can substitute for egg noodles. For vegetarian version use tofu and mushroom sauce. Reheat leftovers in a skillet with a splash of water.