This American style chicken chow mein is a delicious and easy dish that combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and savory sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for Chinese takeout.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups bean sprouts
- 8 oz chow mein noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Directions
- In a bowl, combine chicken slices with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add garlic and stir fry for 30 seconds.
- Add marinated chicken and stir fry until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and bean sprouts to the skillet. Stir fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add cooked chow mein noodles to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy your American style chicken chow mein!
Interesting Facts
Chow mein is a popular American-Chinese dish that originated from Cantonese cuisine.
The name 'chow mein' translates to 'fried noodles' in Mandarin Chinese.
This American style chicken chow mein recipe is a fusion of traditional Chinese and American flavors.