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Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

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Chicken Chow Mein is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and noodles tossed in a savory sauce. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 200g chow mein noodles (or egg noodles), cooked
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, marinate the chicken slices with 1 tbsp soy sauce and a dash of sesame oil for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same wok, add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  6. Add bell pepper, cabbage, and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  7. Return the chicken to the wok and add the cooked noodles.
  8. Pour in the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together to coat evenly.
  9. Stir in green onions, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook for another minute.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp, beef, or tofu.
  • Add more vegetables like carrots or mushrooms for variety.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content.

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