Chicken-Peanut Chow Mein Recipe

Name: Chicken-Peanut Chow Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup precut matchstick-cut carrot; 1 cup snow peas, trimmed; 2 (6 ounce) packages chow mein noodles; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided; 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, divided; 3/4 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 cup presliced mushroom; 2 teaspoons bottled fresh ground ginger (such as Spice World); 1 cup sliced green onion; 2 tablespoons dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1 cup precut matchstick-cut carrot
1 cup snow peas, trimmed
2 (6 ounce) packages chow mein noodles
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, divided
3/4 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup presliced mushroom
2 teaspoons bottled fresh ground ginger (such as Spice World)
1 cup sliced green onion
2 tablespoons dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped

1
Cook carrots, snow peas, and noodles in boiling water 3 minutes; drain.
2
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Cut chicken crosswise into thin strips.
4
Add chicken and 1 tablespoon soy sauce to pan; stir-fry 3 minutes.
5
Remove chicken from pan; keep warm.
6
Combine remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, broth, oyster sauce, sugar, and pepper, stirring well.
7
Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat.
8
Add mushrooms and ginger to pan; stir-fry for 3 minutes.
9
Add broth mixture, and cook for 1 minute.
10
Add noodle mixture and chicken to pan; cook 1 minute, tossing to combine.
11
Sprinkle with onions and peanuts.

552

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup precut matchstick-cut carrot, 1 cup snow peas, trimmed, 2 (6 ounce) packages chow mein noodles, 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Chicken-Peanut 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-Peanut Chow Mein

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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