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Chicken Chow Mein with the Best Chow Mein Sauce: Your Ultimate Guide to a Perfect Takeout Fakeout

Chicken Chow Mein with the Best Chow Mein Sauce: Your Ultimate Guide to a Perfect Takeout Fakeout
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This Chicken Chow Mein is a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner! Tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and perfectly cooked noodles are tossed in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. It’s light, not overly salty, and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Chow Mein:

  • 1 pound chicken breast, thinly sliced

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup shredded carrots

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage

  • 1 cup bean sprouts

  • 3 green onions, sliced

  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles or spaghetti

For the Chow Mein Sauce:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • ¼ cup chicken broth

  • 2 teaspoons sugar

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  • Marinate the chicken:
    In a bowl, combine sliced chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Mix well and let sit for 15 minutes.

  • Prepare the sauce:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, chicken broth, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.

  • Cook the noodles:
    Cook chow mein noodles or spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  • Stir-fry the chicken:
    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry 4–5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

  • Cook the vegetables:
    In the same skillet, stir-fry onion and carrots for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened. Add cabbage and bean sprouts and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

  • Combine everything:
    Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the noodles. Pour the prepared chow mein sauce over the top. Toss everything together and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through and evenly coated.

  • Finish and serve:
    Stir in sliced green onions and serve hot. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Vegetable substitutions: Bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms can easily replace or supplement the vegetables.

  • Noodle options: If chow mein noodles aren’t available, use spaghetti or lo mein noodles.

  • Sauce consistency: If too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to reach your desired consistency.

  • Protein variation: Shrimp, beef, or tofu can replace chicken for a different twist.

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