
Yields:
4 serving(s)
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Cal/Serv:
543
Chow mein is one our go-to for all types of meals, not just for its incredible flavor but its major customizability. We love this variation with tender, flavorful chicken but you can add whatever you like from kimchi to bacon to jalapeños! Not only that but they only take around 30 minutes to make, making it perfect for any quick meal.
Don't overcook your noodles.
Because we're boiling our noodles first and then tossing them into a heated skillet again to complete the dish, you really want to make sure you're draining those noodles right when they're almost fully cooked. Whether you go with fresh flour noodles or dry spaghetti, keep them al dente! The carryover heat from the boiling water and the return to the skillet will continue to cook the noodles even after they've been drained.
Switch up your protein.
We love using chicken thigh meat for stir-fries because they stay tender and juicy throughout the cooking process. If you're more of a white-meat lover, feel free to use chicken breast—or if you want to substitute in shrimp, ground pork, sliced steak, or even mushrooms and tofu for a vegetarian option, they would all work equally well. If you're opting to use beef, give it a good marinade like in this beef and broccoli recipe for an even more flavorful result!
Veg it up.
Not a fan of cabbage? You can substitute in up to 2 cups of any other vegetable you'd like! Bell peppers, broccoli, celery, bean sprouts, green beans would all work nicely here.
Adjust your spice level.
We love the kick this recipe gets from fresh ginger, but if you're not a fan, skip it. On the other hand, if you love spice, sprinkle in some crushed chili flakes or mince up a fresh chili pepper for extra heat (you daredevil, you).
If you've made this recipe, we'd love to hear from you! Leave us a note and a rating down below to let us know how you liked it.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz.
refrigerated chow mein noodles or dry spaghetti
- 1 Tbsp.
sesame oil
- 1 lb.
boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
- 1
clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp.
freshly grated ginger
- 1
carrot, grated
- 1/2
head small cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup
low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup
low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp.
oyster sauce
Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Directions
- Step 1In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook noodles just shy of al dente according to package instructions, then drain immediately.
- Step 2In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy, 7 to 8 minutes. Move chicken to one side of skillet, and to other side, add garlic, ginger, carrot, and cabbage and cook until tender, 3 minutes.
- Step 3Meanwhile, make sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together broth, soy sauce, and oyster sauce.
- Step 4Pour sauce over skillet and add cooked noodles, tossing to combine.
- Step 5Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
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