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How to Make Cantonese Chicken Chow Mein - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic Chinese takeout dishes, Cantonese Chicken Chow Mein definitely tops the list. This delicious noodle dish is a staple in Cantonese cuisine and is loved for its combination of tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and savory sauce, all served over crispy, pan-fried noodles. The dish is both satisfying and flavorful, making it a go-to option for those craving a hearty and comforting meal.

Originating from Cantonese cuisine, Chicken Chow Mein has become a popular di...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ cup canola oil, divided
  • 1 pound chow mein noodles
  • 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced on the diagonal
  • 1 carrot, cut into matchstick-size pieces
  • ¼ cup bean sprouts
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced onion
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Whisk water, 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper together in a bowl until marinade is smooth. Add chicken and marinate, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir chicken broth, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar, and sugar together in a bowl until seasoning mixture is well combined.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir noodles until golden brown and crisp, about 1 minute. Transfer noodles to a platter.
  • Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon into skillet with the oil; cook and stir chicken over high heat until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Add seasoning mixture, celery, carrot, bean sprouts, onion, and green onion; cook and stir until sauce thickens, about 30 seconds. Pour chicken mixture over noodles.

    • Nutrition

    517 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 583mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 160mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Noodle recipes
    Vegetable recipes
    Sauce recipes
    Cantonese recipes