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Chicken Chow Mein Easy Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner? This Chicken Chow Mein recipe, inspired by BBC's Chinese Food Made Easy, is ready in just 10 minutes! Simple to follow, yet bursting with authentic taste, this recipe lets you customize the spice level to your liking. We've added a touch more five-spice for extra warmth. Perfect as a main course for two or a delicious side for four. Skip the chili sauce for a milder dish, or add more for a fiery kick! Use groundnut (peanut) oil for the best flavor, or substitute with vegetable oil (avoid olive oil).

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 618.7 kcal
Protein 81g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chicken Chow Mein Easy

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How to Make Chicken Chow Mein Easy

  1. Cook the egg noodles in boiling water until al dente (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Drain the noodles, rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, and drain again.
  3. Drizzle the noodles with 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil and toss gently to coat.
  4. In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce, 1 teaspoon five-spice powder, and 1/2 - 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (adjust to your spice preference).
  5. Dust the chicken with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
  6. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking. Add 2 tablespoons of groundnut (or vegetable) oil.
  7. Add the chicken to the hot wok and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through (about 3-4 minutes).
  8. Add the sliced red bell pepper and stir-fry for 1 minute. Then, add the sliced onion and bean sprouts, and stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
  9. Add the cooked noodles to the wok. Stir in 1 tablespoon light soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and black pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well combined.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

38g

Carbs

10g

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