Chinese Style Chicken and Noodle Stir Fry

Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Chinese Style Chicken and Noodle Stir Fry
45 min.
6
469kcal
40.11%sweetness
100%saltiness
26.47%sourness
38.59%bitterness
86.41%savoriness
64.04%fattiness
100%spiciness

Suggestions

This Chinese-style chicken and noodle stir-fry is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that's perfect for when you're craving takeout but want something a little healthier and more budget-friendly. It's ready in just 45 minutes and serves up to six people, making it a great option for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers throughout the week.

The dish features a mouthwatering combination of tender chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and soft noodles coated in a savory sauce. It's a well-balanced meal that's both flavorful and nutritious, offering a good source of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. Plus, with no dairy in sight, it's a great option for those with dairy sensitivities or allergies.

One of the best parts about this recipe is that it's highly customizable. Feel free to mix and match your favorite vegetables or add in some extra protein like shrimp or tofu. You can also adjust the spice level to your liking, making it as mild or fiery as you desire. So, if you're looking for a tasty and versatile stir-fry dish, this Chinese-style chicken and noodle recipe is definitely one to add to your repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 454 gram chow mein noodles 
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoons oyster sauce 
  • 1.5 tablespoons soya sauce 
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons garlic minced
  • tablespoons ginger minced
  •  chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into bite sized pieces
  •  onion chopped
  •  bell pepper red sliced into thin strips
  • large carrots cut into matchsticks
  • cup sugar snap peas sliced lengthwise

Equipment

  • bowl
  • wok

Directions

  1. Soak noodles in hot water until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, combine chicken broth, sugar, oyster sauce, soy sauce and water. Set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a wok over medium high heat. When hot, add garlic and ginger. Cook until fragrant , about 30 seconds, then add chicken and cook until done.
  5. Add vegetables and cook until tender crisp, about 4 -5 minutes, then add chicken broth mixture.
  6. Stir in drained noodles and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories469kcal
Protein26.63%
Fat19.4%
Carbs53.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.32
Glycemic Load
2.19
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.279565217391%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
3.86mg

Taste

Sweetness:
40.11%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
26.47%
Bitterness:
38.59%
Savoriness:
86.41%
Fattiness:
64.04%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:469.37kcal
23.47%
Fat:10.01g
15.41%
Saturated Fat:1.71g
10.68%
Carbohydrates:62.7g
20.9%
Net Carbohydrates:56.64g
20.6%
Sugar:5.61g
6.23%
Cholesterol:89.65mg
29.88%
Sodium:1192.51mg
51.85%
Protein:30.94g
61.87%
Vitamin A:4831.37IU
96.63%
Vitamin C:38.92mg
47.18%
Selenium:22.53µg
32.19%
Vitamin B3:6.22mg
31.1%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.29%
Fiber:6.06g
24.22%
Phosphorus:217.38mg
21.74%
Iron:3.91mg
21.74%
Vitamin K:19.41µg
18.49%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.52%
Vitamin B5:1.44mg
14.44%
Potassium:446.96mg
12.77%
Zinc:1.69mg
11.28%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.92%
Vitamin B12:0.65µg
10.9%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.4%
Magnesium:36.92mg
9.23%
Folate:30.74µg
7.68%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.28%
Copper:0.13mg
6.43%
Calcium:39.95mg
4%