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A close-up shot of homemade chow mein noodles being tossed in a wok with chicken and fresh vegetables like carrots and cabbage.

Chow Mein Recipe: Better Than Takeout in 25 Minutes

This easy Chow Mein Recipe is better than takeout and ready in under 30 minutes! Learn how to make authentic, restaurant-quality stir-fried noodles with chicken and vegetables using our simple, flavor-packed sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chow Mein Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast thinly sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 10 oz chow mein noodles or spaghetti/ramen noodles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 2 carrots julienned
  • 2 stalks celery thinly sliced
  • 2 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish optional

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 1 Large pot For boiling noodles

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
  2. Cook the chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it on a plate.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the carrots and celery and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they begin to become tender-crisp. Add the shredded cabbage and cook for another minute.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the cooked noodles and bean sprouts. Pour the prepared sauce over everything. Use tongs to toss everything together continuously for 2-3 minutes, until the noodles are lightly crisped and everything is coated in the thickened sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pro Tip: Ensure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go before you start cooking. Stir-frying is a very fast process!
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.