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Chicken Chow Mein with Best Chow Mein Sauce

October 2, 2025

Chicken Chow Mein is a classic takeout favorite that’s easy to enjoy at home with this simple one-pan recipe. Made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and chow mein noodles, it’s tossed in a flavorful homemade sauce that ties everything together. The result is a satisfying dish that’s both comforting and full of flavor.

What makes Chicken Chow Mein such a great choice is that it’s healthier and fresher than ordering takeout. Quick to prepare and loaded with wholesome ingredients, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a lighter version of a classic. This recipe is proof that homemade can be just as delicious, if not better, than restaurant style.

Chicken Chow Mein with Best Chow Mein Sauce

Chicken Chow Mein with Best Chow Mein Sauce

Chicken Chow Mein with Best Chow Mein Sauce

Chicken Chow Mein is a classic takeout favorite that’s easy to enjoy at home with this simple one-pan recipe. Made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and chow mein noodles, it’s tossed in a flavorful homemade sauce that ties everything together. The result is a satisfying dish that’s both comforting and full of flavor.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless
  • 3 Tbsp oil
  • 12 oz chow mein noodles, (uncooked noodles)
  • 2 cups cabbage
  • 1 large carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 batch green onions
  • 2 garlic cloves

Chow Mein Sauce:

  • 4 Tbsp oyster sauce, or added to taste*
  • 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 3 Tbsp light sesame oil, (not toasted)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp corn starch
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, use a whisk to combine oyster sauce, granulated sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken broth and cornstarch. Set aside.
  2. Cook your noodles according to package instructions then drain, rinse with cold water and set aside.
  3. Heat a large wok or pan with olive oil over medium-heat. Cut your chicken breasts into bite-sized strips and cook them in the oil until golden brown. Remove strips and set aside.
  4. Add carrots, cabbage and pressed garlic and saute for a few minutes until veggies are slightly softened and the cabbage is a bit translucent.
  5. Add chicken and noodles back into the pan. Pour sauce over the top and continue cooking all the ingredients together for another 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish your chow mein with chopped green onions and serve the noodles straight from the pan and piping hot!

Notes

Note: When using cooked Chow Mein Noodles, it should measure to about 1lb.

*Oyster sauce can vary in salt content and if you use regular soy sauce rather than reduced, you will want to adjust the oyster sauce to taste. 

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