Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

Name: Chicken Chow Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces chinese noodles (I use the fresh ones found in the produce department); 8 ounces boneless chicken breasts, sliced thinly (freezing for about 20 minutes make this task easier); 3 tablespoons soy sauce, divided; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 ounces snow peas, trimmed; 2 ounces ham, finely sliced; 1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 4 green onions, finely chopped; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

12 ounces chinese noodles (I use the fresh ones found in the produce department)
8 ounces boneless chicken breasts, sliced thinly (freezing for about 20 minutes make this task easier)
3 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 ounces snow peas, trimmed
2 ounces ham, finely sliced
1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
4 green onions, finely chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

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*You'llwant to get your prep work done first, because this will cook up very quickly.
2
*Cook noodles according to package directions.
3
Rinse under cold water, and set aside.
4
After you slice the chicken, place it in a bowl with 2 tsp of soy sauce, the rice vinegar and sesame oil.
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Toss to coat.
6
Heat half the olive oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
7
When the oil is nice and hot, add the chicken mixture.
8
Stir fry for 2 minutes, then transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
9
Wipe the pan out and heat the remaining olive oil.
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Stir in the garlic, snow peas, and ham.
11
Stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
12
Add the drained noodles to the pan, and continue to stir fry till the noodles are heated through, about 2 minutes.
13
Add the remaining soy, the oyster sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
14
You may find you don't need salt.
15
Add the chicken and any juices back to the pan, then add the green onions.
16
Give a final stir and serve immediately.

658

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 12 ounces chinese noodles (I use the fresh ones found in the produce department), 8 ounces boneless chicken breasts, sliced thinly (freezing for about 20 minutes make this task easier), 3 tablespoons soy sauce, divided, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 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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