Best Easy Chicken Chow Mein Saute Recipes

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CHICKEN CHOW MEIN



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Make perfect Chicken Chow Mein at home and get all the delicious restaurant flavor you'd normally find on the takeout menu. It's a lot easier than you think!

Provided by Katerina | Diethood

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
6 ounces chow mein noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes (you can also use chicken breasts)
3 cups shredded green cabbage
1 1/2 cups matchstick carrots
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 green onions, chopped, white and light green parts only ((chop the dark green parts and use for garnish))
1 cup bean sprouts
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Make the sauce by combining cornstarch and soy sauce in a small mixing bowl; whisk to combine.
  • Whisk in the rest of the ingredients and set aside.
  • Prepare the noodles according to the directions on the package.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or a large non-stick skillet over high heat.
  • Add chicken to the hot oil and stir in 2 Tablespoons of the prepared sauce; mix to combine and cook chicken for 3 minutes; turn over and continue to cook for about 3 more minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  • Return wok/skillet over medium-high heat and heat up remaining 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil.
  • Add cabbage and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in carrots and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in garlic and chopped green onions; continue to cook for 2 more minutes or until vegetables are crisp tender.
  • Add in the noodles, previously prepared chicken, sauce, and chicken broth; cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Add bean sprouts and cook until bean sprouts start to wilt, about 30 seconds.
  • Remove from heat; garnish with green onions and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 489 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN CHOW MEIN



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This delicious Chicken Chow Mein is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal that your entire family will love! It's made with fresh veggies, noodles, and sautéed chicken, tossed in a simple chow mein sauce.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin pieces)
1 Tablespoon oil (canola or vegetable)
1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage
2 cups carrots (shredded or julienne sliced)
2 ribs celery (chopped)
4 green onions (sliced with whites and green separated)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 pound refrigerated Yaki-Soba noodles (discard seasoning packet*)
For the sauce:
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 Tablespoon oyster sauce
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Prepare noodles according to package instructions.
  • In a small bowl whisk the sauce ingredients together: soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, ginger, brown sugar and cornstarch.
  • Heat a large pan or wok on high heat. Add oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper and stir fry just until cooked through.
  • Add cabbage, carrots, celery and half of the chopped green onion and stir fry for 1-2 minutes or until cabbage has wilted.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the pasta and sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Add remaining green onion on top. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN CHOW MEIN



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Make your favorite Chinese noodle dish at home in 30 minutes with this easy recipe. Skip the takeout, this chicken chow mein is so simple to make from scratch!

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 oz dry chow mein noodles
8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into thin strips against the grain)
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup sliced cabbage
1/2 cup shredded carrots
3 scallions (sliced)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon minced ginger
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
3 tablespoons low sodium chicken broth or water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
½ tablespoon corn starch
½ tablespoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add in the chicken and cook until the surface is white and the center is no longer pink. Remove from the skillet onto a plate. Cover lightly with foil to keep warm.
  • Add the cabbage and carrots to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the scallions, garlic, and ginger. Saute for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • While the veggies are cooking, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, corn starch, and sugar. Set aside.
  • Add the noodles and chicken back into the skillet. Pour over the sauce and cook, stirring, until the sauce has thickened and coats the noodles. Top with extra green onions, if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 1262 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHICKEN CHOW MEIN SAUTE



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This is a great dish to use up leftover chicken, you can also make it using turkey, once you have all the veggies chopped this dish is a really simple dish to throw together --- you may omit the chicken and serve this just as a veggie side dish, top with dry chow mein noodles if desired :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons oil
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups sliced green cabbage
1 cup canned bean sprouts, well drained
2 stalks celery, diced
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 (4 ounce) can a sliced water chestnuts (optional) or 1/2-3/4 cup whole cashews (optional)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce (can use more to taste)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
2 teaspoons sugar
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper (or to taste)
salt (optional or to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add in mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, cabbage, bean sprouts and celery; cook stirring with a wooden spoon until browned and the cabbage is softened (about 10-12 minutes) adding in the garlic the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Dissolve the cornstarch in water, add to the veggies along with the water chestnuts or cashews, chicken broth, soy sauce, cayenne and sugar; bring to a boil and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Add in the cooked chicken and black pepper then heat through.
  • Season with salt if desired.

EASY CHICKEN CHOW MEIN



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Make and share this Easy Chicken Chow Mein recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lisa1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package fresh celery (sliced)
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup bean sprouts
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained
1 (7 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 cups cut up cooked chicken
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 (10 ounce) can condensed chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
hot cooked rice
chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a large pot, saute celery in oil for apx 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add bean sprouts (if using), mushrooms, water chestnuts, and chicken.
  • In a large bowl, blend cornstarch with water.
  • When smooth, add chicken broth and soy sauce to bowl.
  • Mix well and pour over meat and vegetables.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring until sauce thickens.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve over hot, cooked rice and chow mein noodles.

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