Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch (1.25cm) cubes
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8g)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (5ml)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper (Pinch)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (60ml)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15ml)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (4g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (1g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper (Pinch)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water (60ml)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8g)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30ml)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (6g)
  • 1 inch ginger, minced (Fresh ginger)
  • 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced (About 75g)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (About 100g, such as shiitake or button)
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage (About 100g, Napa or green)
  • 1 cup sliced carrots (About 100g)
  • 1 cup bean sprouts (About 100g)
  • 12 oz (340g) fresh or dried chow mein noodles (Egg noodles, see notes)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 30 minutes in the fridge).
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until cornstarch is dissolved. Set aside.
  3. If using dried noodles, cook according to package instructions. Drain well. If using fresh noodles, loosen them up.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add garlic and ginger and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
  5. Add marinated chicken to the wok and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from the wok and set aside.
  6. Add onion, mushrooms, cabbage, and carrots to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Add bean sprouts and cooked noodles. Pour the chow mein sauce over the mixture.
  8. Toss everything together well to coat the noodles and vegetables with the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through.
  9. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your Chicken Chow Mein.