Description
Experience a weeknight dinner transformation with this Satisfying Chicken Chow Mein, ready in under 30 minutes. This vibrant dish features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and silky noodles enveloped in a savory sauce, creating a delightful dinner that brings the family together. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for busy nights yet impressive enough for weekend gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 8 oz pre-cooked chow mein noodles
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice garlic.
- Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage; cook for 3-4 minutes until vibrant yet slightly tender.
- Incorporate chow mein noodles along with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss gently for about 3 minutes until well coated.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg