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Chicken Chow Mei

Mouthwatering Chicken Chow Mei: Your New Homemade Favorite

This Chicken Chow Mei is a quick and customizable dish that satisfies your cravings for comfort food and brings everyone together.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast or Thighs Thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing Wine (or Dry Sherry) Substitute with chicken broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can be omitted if desired
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Substitute with vegetarian oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Opt for a sugar substitute for lower-sugar version
  • to taste White Pepper (or Ground Black Pepper) Adds mild heat
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can be replaced with any neutral oil
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil (or Vegetable Oil) High smoke-point oil for stir-frying
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Swap with pre-cut coleslaw blend
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh or minced for best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh preferred
  • 8 ounces Fresh Chow Mein Noodles Dried chow mein or yakisoba noodles can be substituted
  • 1 cup Carrots (Julienned) Bell peppers or snap peas work as alternatives
  • 1 optional Anaheim Pepper Optional for mild heat
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Substitute with chives if desired

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Pot for boiling noodles

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate your boneless chicken breast or thighs with Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and salt for about 15 minutes.
  2. Whisk together sauce ingredients: chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
  3. Cook fresh chow mein noodles in boiling water for 3-5 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse.
  4. In a skillet, heat peanut oil and brown the marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
  5. Sauté minced garlic and ginger, then add shredded cabbage and julienned carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Combine cooked noodles and browned chicken back into the skillet with the prepared sauce. Toss for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add sliced Anaheim peppers and chopped green onions, stirring for an additional minute.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, prepare all ingredients beforehand and maintain high heat during cooking for crispy texture.

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