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Easy Chicken Chow Mein

Easy Chicken Chow Mein

Whip up a delicious Easy Chicken Chow Mein in just 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan recipe is packed with flavor and easy to customize.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 4 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 300 ml chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
  • 650 g boneless chicken breast, sliced into strips
  • 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
  • 600 g mixed stir-fry vegetables (or homemade mix)
  • 250 g dried noodles
  • 4 green onions, finely chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • Large nonstick skillet or wok
  • Wooden spoon or spatula for stirring
  • Bowls for soaking noodles
  • Bowls for mixing sauces

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch, brown sugar, crushed garlic, and a splash of soy sauce until smooth, then gradually whisk in the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chicken broth.
  2. Pour boiling water over dried noodles in a separate bowl and let them soak while you prep the rest.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok, add chicken strips and five-spice powder, and stir-fry for about 6-7 minutes.
  4. Toss in stir-fry veggies and keep stirring until they soften.
  5. Drain soaked noodles and add to the pan, pour reserved sauce over everything, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, sprinkling chopped green onions on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To elevate the flavor, toast the Chinese five-spice powder lightly in a dry pan before using.
Feel free to customize with veggies or protein substitutions like shrimp or tofu.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
Reheat gently in a pan with a splash of broth or water to maintain texture.
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