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Chow Mein with Chicken and Vegetables

A quick and satisfying stir-fry with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and noodles in a savory sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
32g
Chow Mein with Chicken and Vegetables
comfortingquickChinesedairy-freechickenchewycrispweeknight

Ingredients

  • 8 oz chow mein noodles
  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 medium carrot
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the 8 oz chow mein noodles according to package directions until just tender, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the 1 lb chicken breast, 2 medium carrots, and 1 medium onion. Heat 1 tbsp of the 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  4. 4

    Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add the carrots and onion and stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. 5

    Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked noodles and 3 tbsp soy sauce. Toss everything together over high heat for 1-2 minutes until well coated and heated through. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Pot for boiling noodles
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

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