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**Chicken Chow Mein with the Best Chow Mein Sauce: A Flavorful, Satisfying Stir-Fry đđ**
### **Why Youâll Love Chicken Chow Mein**
Hereâs why this dish is bound to become your go-to weeknight dinner:
– **Flavor-packed:** The key to any great chow mein is the sauce, and this one is absolutely delicious. Itâs savory, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced, making every bite irresistible.
– **Customizable:** Feel free to adjust the vegetables or proteins based on what you have at home or what you prefer. You can swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu, and use whatever fresh veggies are in season.
– **Quick and Easy:** This recipe comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you want something flavorful and satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen.
– **Perfectly Balanced:** The chewy noodles combined with the tender chicken and crisp veggies create the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Every bite has a little bit of everything!
For the **Chicken Chow Mein**, youâll need:
– 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced into strips
– 8 oz chow mein noodles (or substitute with lo mein noodles)
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
– 1 onion, thinly sliced
– 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced (any color)
– 1 carrot, julienned or sliced into thin matchsticks
– 2 cups shredded cabbage (optional, for extra crunch)
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (optional, but recommended for extra flavor)
For the **Chow Mein Sauce**, youâll need:
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
– 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or use vegetarian oyster sauce for a plant-based version)
– 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, depending on your preference for sweetness)
– 2 tablespoons chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
– 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening)
– Fresh cracked pepper, to taste