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Chicken Chow Mein

Chicken Chow Mein is Chinese-American takeout done right -- stir-fried noodles with chicken and crisp vegetables. Keeping the oil at the right temperature is what separates crisp, greaseless results from soggy ones.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min

30Minutes

4Servings

4.8Rating

MediumLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish.
Built for contrast -- a crisp exterior with a tender, juicy interior.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

12 oz chow mein noodles
1 lb chicken breast, sliced
3 tbsp oil
2 cups cabbage, sliced
1 cup bean sprouts
2 carrots, julienned
3 green onions
For sauce: 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp sugar

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

325Calories

9gFat

38gCarbs

22gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Boil the noodles until just tender, drain, and toss with a little oil.
Step 2
Whisk the sauce ingredients together.
Step 3
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over high. Cook the chicken 4 minutes until done, then remove.
Step 4
Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts 3 minutes.
Step 5
Return the chicken, add the noodles, and pour in the sauce. Toss 2 minutes until coated and hot.
Step 6
Top with green onions and serve.

Cook's tips

Keep the oil between batches at the target temperature; frying too many pieces at once cools the oil and makes the coating greasy instead of crisp.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.

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