What’s for dinner? 20-minute Chicken Chow Mein. It is my go-to recipe when I need a quick weeknight dinner option that is healthy and delicious too. Flavorful chow mein noodles, tender chicken, and yummy veggies get tossed in a coating of a homemade sauce that hits all the umami notes. I love using chicken thighs for this chow mein recipe because they stay tender and juicy while cooking. Feel free to use chicken breast if you prefer leaner meat.
Make sure you have all the ingredients prepared and ready to toss in as once you start cooking, it only takes 10 minutes of active cooking time. With this recipe, you start by whisking up the sauce. Cook and drain the egg noodles. Heat oil in a wok and stir-fry the chicken along with 1 tablespoon of the prepared sauce. Stir-fry the veggies and toss in the cooked noodles along with green onions, and the remaining sauce. Cook just for another minute and serve immediately. Delicious weeknight dinner!
To make the Chicken Chow Mein, you will need the following ingredients:
In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons low sodium chicken broth or water, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon honey or sugar if using and set aside.
Cook 6 ounces Chow mein noodles according to the package directions. Don’t overcook.
In a wok or a large skillet over high heat, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and add 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into 1-inch cubes, and 1 tablespoon of the prepared sauce. Cook until chicken pieces are golden and cooked through, 3-5 minutes.
Add 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup matchstick carrots, and 3 minced cloves garlic and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Add in the cooked and drained noodles, 3 chopped green onions, and the remaining sauce and cook for 1 minute, tossing constantly.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
You don’t need to order takeout to have this delicious Chicken Chow Mein! This hearty weeknight dish comes together in just 20 minutes and is flavorful, healthy, and beyond good. Give this recipe a go, and don’t forget to leave a comment with your thoughts.
Great recipe. I made this Chicken Chow Mein during a busy week and it was a hit. My kids loved the noodles, and it was so quick to prepare. I added some extra veggies for color, and it turned out wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
Super fast dinner
This Chicken Chow Mein is superb! So quick and yummy for our busy nights!
OMG, this Chicken Chow Mein is a lifesaver! Whipped it up in 20 mins while the kids were fighting over toys. So delish and quick, I’m totally making this again!
So easy and delicious, loved it!
Superb! Whipped this up in no time, and it was a hit! Reminds me of those takeout nights, but healthier. Great for a lazy evening! Yum.
This Chicken Chow Mein is a lifesaver! Just the other night, I whipped it up in no time after dance class with the kids. So delish and quick too.
Super easy, my kids loved it so much!
Superb!
Quick dinner made fun! My kids love cooking with me, especially when it's something like Chicken Chow Mein. We threw in extra veggies for color and it was sooo yummy. Easy to make on busy nights!
Quick, tasty, brilliant!
I made this Chicken Chow Mein for my husband after a long day at work, and it was a hit! The flavors were superb and it was so quick to whip up. I loved how tender the chicken was. Such an easy weeknight meal, I’ll be making it again for sure.
This Chicken Chow Mein is a lifesaver for quick dinners. So good!
Cooked this for lunch today and it was delicious! Thanks for sharing!
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