Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

Name: Chicken Chow Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; 225g/8oz egg noodles; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 100g/4oz chicken breast, skinned; 21/2 tbsp finely chopped garlic; 50g/2oz mangetout, trimmed; 50g/2oz Parma ham or cooked ham, finely shredded; 2 tsp light soy sauce; 2 tsp dark soy sauce; 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground white pepper; 1/2 tsp sugar; 3 tbsp finely chopped spring onions; 2 tsp sesame oil; For the marinade; 2 tsp light soy sauce; 2 tsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground white pepper

Servings: persons

Ingredients
225g/8oz egg noodles
2 tbsp sesame oil
100g/4oz chicken breast, skinned
21/2 tbsp finely chopped garlic
50g/2oz mangetout, trimmed
50g/2oz Parma ham or cooked ham, finely shredded
2 tsp light soy sauce
2 tsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground white pepper
1/2 tsp sugar
3 tbsp finely chopped spring onions
2 tsp sesame oil
For the marinade
2 tsp light soy sauce
2 tsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground white pepper

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Preparation method
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1.Cook the noodles by boiling them for 3-5 minutes in a pan of boiling water. Drain and plunge into cold water, drain again then toss with a little sesame oil.
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2.Using a cleaver, slice the chicken breasts into fine shreds approximately 5cm (2 in) long.
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3.To marinate the chicken, combine the chicken with the light soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
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4.Mix well and leave to marinate for 20 minutes.
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5.Heat a wok until it is very hot. Add one tablespoon of oil and, when it is very hot and slightly smoking, add chicken shreds.
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6.Stir-fry the mixture for about two minutes, then transfer to a plate.
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7.Reheat the wok, and add remaining oil. Add the garlic and stir-fry for 10 seconds. Add the mangetout and ham and fry for one minute.
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8.Add noodles, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, salt and pepper, the sugar and spring onions and continue to stir-fry for two minutes.
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9.Return chicken to noodle mixture.
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10.Continue to fry for 3-4 minutes, until chicken is cooked.
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11.Stir in sesame oil and give a few final stirs.
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12.Turn onto warm serving platter and serve at once

27223

kcal

Calories

349

Fat

4208

Carbs

1722

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, 225g/8oz egg noodles, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 100g/4oz chicken breast, skinned, and more.

Yes, Chicken Chow Mein falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Chow Mein

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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