This classic takeout favorite features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and chewy chow mein noodles tossed in a flavorful homemade sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal, it's sure to become a staple in your household!
1lbboneless skinless chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
3tbspoilvegetable or olive oil
12ozchow mein noodlesuncooked
2cupsshredded cabbage
1largecarrotjulienned
1/2batchgreen onionschopped for garnish
2clovesgarlicminced
6tbspoyster sauce
3tbsplow sodium soy sauce
3tbsplight sesame oilnot toasted
1/2cupchicken broth
1tbspcornstarch
1tbspgranulated sugar
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, chicken broth, cornstarch, and granulated sugar. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the chicken pieces and minced garlic, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the julienned carrots, shredded cabbage, and more garlic if desired. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crunchy.
Add the cooked chicken and noodles to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over everything and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 2 more minutes to blend the flavors.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For added texture, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.