How to Make Chicken Chow Mein

Dairy Free
Health score
50%
How to Make Chicken Chow Mein
55 min.
4
381kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a comforting and delicious dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen? Look no further than this delightful Chicken Chow Mein recipe! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dairy-free version promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite.

In just 55 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. With only 381 calories per serving, this chow mein is not only flavorful but also a healthier option, packed with colorful vegetables like bok choy, snap peas, and carrots that add both texture and nutrition to your plate.

This recipe features tender strips of chicken breast marinated for extra flavor, combined with perfectly cooked chow mein noodles that soak up a luscious sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of sesame oil. The fragrant garlic and green onions elevate the dish, ensuring that every mouthful is bursting with taste. Not to mention, the ingredients are easy to find, and the cooking process is straightforward—great for both novice and experienced cooks alike!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with your culinary skills. This Chicken Chow Mein won't just fill your stomach; it will also fill your home with delightful aromas and your heart with joy!

Ingredients

  • heads bok choy chopped
  •  carrots cut into thin strips
  • 0.8 cup chicken broth 
  • 0.5 pound chow mein noodles 
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • tablespoons green onion chopped
  • tablespoons oyster sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sesame oil 
  • 0.5 pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into strips
  • teaspoons soya sauce 
  • 10  sugar snap peas 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • 0.8 teaspoon sugar white
  • 0.5  zucchini diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Whisk soy sauce, corn starch, and sesame oil together in a large bowl until smooth; add chicken strips and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Combine chicken broth, oyster sauce, and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
  3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  4. Add noodles and cook over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet. Cook and garlic in hot oil for 30 seconds; add marinated chicken. Cook and stir until browned and no longer pink in the center, 5 to 6 minutes.
  7. Remove chicken mixture to a plate. Cook and stir bok choy, zucchini, snap peas, and carrot in the hot skillet until softened, about 2 minutes. Return noodles and chicken mixture to the skillet.
  8. Pour broth mixture into noodle mixture; cook and stir until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
  9. Serve garnished with green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories381kcal
Protein28.31%
Fat16.57%
Carbs55.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.23
Glycemic Load
1.22
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.559130456137%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.01mg
Luteolin
0.39mg
Kaempferol
18.27mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
9.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:381.37kcal
19.07%
Fat:7.22g
11.11%
Saturated Fat:1.03g
6.42%
Carbohydrates:54.07g
18.02%
Net Carbohydrates:45.94g
16.71%
Sugar:8.47g
9.41%
Cholesterol:37.17mg
12.39%
Sodium:1283.13mg
55.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.77g
55.54%
Vitamin A:21437.31IU
428.75%
Vitamin C:197.27mg
239.12%
Vitamin K:207.41µg
197.54%
Folate:293.13µg
73.28%
Vitamin B6:1.32mg
66.15%
Calcium:462.64mg
46.26%
Vitamin B3:8.66mg
43.29%
Potassium:1416.4mg
40.47%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.26%
Fiber:8.13g
32.5%
Iron:5.76mg
31.98%
Selenium:21.06µg
30.09%
Phosphorus:300.41mg
30.04%
Magnesium:104.18mg
26.05%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.27%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.28%
Vitamin B5:1.31mg
13.11%
Zinc:1.32mg
8.81%
Copper:0.15mg
7.71%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.28%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.65%
Source:Allrecipes