Chicken Chow Mein

Chicken Chow Mein is a classic Chinese-American dish featuring stir-fried noodles, vegetables, and chicken. Here’s a simple recipe to make Chicken Chow Mein at home:

Ingredients:

For the Chow Mein Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 cup chicken broth or water

For the Chow Mein:

• 8 ounces (about 225g) chow mein noodles or egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Green onions, chopped (for garnish, optional)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chow Mein Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and chicken broth (or water). Set aside.
2. Cook the Noodles:
   • Cook the chow mein noodles or egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Chicken:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
   • Add the minced garlic and thinly sliced onion to the skillet. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
   • Add the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Combine Chicken and Vegetables:
   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Mix everything together.
6. Add Noodles and Sauce:
   • Add the cooked chow mein noodles or egg noodles to the skillet with the chicken and vegetables.
   • Pour the prepared chow mein sauce over the noodles and stir-fry everything together until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
7. Adjust Seasoning and Serve:
   • Taste the Chicken Chow Mein and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
8. Serve Hot:
   • Serve the Chicken Chow Mein hot as a delicious and satisfying meal.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Chow Mein packed with flavors and textures! Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference and availability.