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A vibrant plate of chicken chow mein featuring golden-brown chicken pieces, stir-fried noodles with colorful bell peppers, crisp carrots, and green onions. The dish is garnished with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, presented on a rustic wooden table with a glossy sauce coating the ingredients, highlighting textures and freshness.

Flavorful Chicken Chow Mein with Crispy Vegetables

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A quick and flavorful chicken chow mein with crispy vegetables and savory sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add sliced chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add bell peppers and carrots, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Pour over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
  7. Add cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for variation.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 430 Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg