A savoury stir-fry of chicken and crisp vegetables tossed with noodles, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
For the Chicken
For the Chow Mein
For the Sauce
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch. Add sliced chicken and mix well. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
Pro tip: This step tenderizes the chicken and infuses it with flavour.
Prepare the Noodles
Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Pro tip: Rinse the noodles under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
Cook the Chicken
Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
Stir-fry the Vegetables
In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Pro tip: Keep vegetables moving in the pan to cook evenly.
Add the Cabbage
Add shredded cabbage to the pan and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until slightly wilted.
Pro tip: Cabbage adds a nice crunch and volume to the dish.
Combine All Ingredients
Return the chicken to the pan. Add cooked noodles and pour in the sauce ingredients. Toss everything together over medium heat until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
Pro tip: Ensure the sauce evenly coats all ingredients.
Tips & Tricks
- Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for a seamless process.
- Use a high smoke point oil like canola or peanut for stir-frying.
- Cook noodles just shy of fully done as they’ll finish cooking in the pan.
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