Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

Name: Chicken Chow Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. onion, chopped; 1 (4 oz.) can mushrooms and pieces; 2 c. celery, chopped; 1 lb. can bean sprouts, drained; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 1/2 c. cooked chicken, cubed; chow mein noodles or rice; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3 Tbsp. water

Servings: persons

1/4 c. onion, chopped
1 (4 oz.) can mushrooms and pieces
2 c. celery, chopped
1 lb. can bean sprouts, drained
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. cooked chicken, cubed
chow mein noodles or rice
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. water

1
In large skillet, cook and stir onions and mushrooms in butter until onion is tender.
2
Add water to reserved mushroom liquid to measure 1 1/2 cups.
3
Stir into onion mushroom mixture with celery, bean sprouts, soy sauce, sugar and salt.
4
Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
5
Blend cornstarch and water; stir into vegetable mixture.
6
Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
7
Boil and stir 1 minute.
8
Stir in chicken; heat through.
9
Serve over chow mein noodles or rice.

278

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Protein

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. onion, chopped, 1 (4 oz.) can mushrooms and pieces, 2 c. celery, chopped, 1 lb. can bean sprouts, drained, 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

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