Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
Easy Chicken Chow Mein is your quick, crispy, and satisfying solution for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect crispy noodles. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Taco Chopped Cheese Sandwich and Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup.
Why This Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy noodles with a perfect texture
- Juicy chicken cooked to perfection
- Rich, savory sauce that's better than takeout
- Easy to customize with your favorite veggies
What You'll Need for Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- chicken breasts
- chow mein noodles
- soy sauce
- oyster sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- soy sauce
- oyster sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- sesame oil
- white pepper
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: sesame seeds
- Optional: chili flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: Thinly slice for even cooking.
- chow mein noodles: Use fresh noodles for the best texture.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Wok — Even heat distribution for perfect stir-frying. → See on Amazon
- Meat Mallet — Thins chicken breasts evenly for quick cooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
- Step 1: Thinly slice chicken breasts and marinate with soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Step 2: Stir-fry chicken in a hot wok until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same wok, stir-fry your favorite veggies until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Add chow mein noodles to the wok, tossing to combine with veggies and sauce. Cook until noodles are crispy.
- Step 5: Return chicken to the wok, tossing to combine. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
- Pro Tip: Use high heat to achieve crispy noodles. Stir-fry in batches if necessary.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It will become tough and dry. Remove it from the wok as soon as it's cooked through.
- Pro Tip: Customize your Chicken Chow Mein with your favorite veggies. Broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers work well.
- Pro Tip: For a spicy kick, add some sliced jalapeños or chili flakes to the wok when stir-frying the veggies.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Freezing Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure your chow mein noodles are gluten-free.
- Best substitution: If you don't have oyster sauce, you can substitute with hoisin sauce or a mix of soy sauce and sugar.
- Make-ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time, but the noodles are best cooked fresh.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your noodles are sticking to the wok, add a little more oil or a splash of water to help loosen them.
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Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- chicken breasts
- chow mein noodles
- soy sauce
- oyster sauce
- garlic
- ginger
Seasonings
- soy sauce
- oyster sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- sesame oil
- white pepper
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- sesame seeds
- chili flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice chicken breasts and marinate with soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Step 2: Stir-fry chicken in a hot wok until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same wok, stir-fry your favorite veggies until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Add chow mein noodles to the wok, tossing to combine with veggies and sauce. Cook until noodles are crispy.
- Step 5: Return chicken to the wok, tossing to combine. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure your chow mein noodles are gluten-free.
- Best substitution: If you don't have oyster sauce, you can substitute with hoisin sauce or a mix of soy sauce and sugar.
- Make-ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time, but the noodles are best cooked fresh.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your noodles are sticking to the wok, add a little more oil or a splash of water to help loosen them.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes FAQs
While the sauce can be made ahead, the noodles are best cooked fresh. The dish can be reheated in the oven or microwave, but the noodles may lose their crispiness.
Overcooking the noodles or not using high enough heat can cause them to become soggy. Ensure your wok is hot and stir-fry the noodles in batches if necessary.
While you can cook the chicken in the air fryer, the noodles are best cooked in a wok on the stove for the perfect crispy texture.
You can substitute oyster sauce with hoisin sauce or a mix of soy sauce and sugar.
Ensure you're using high-quality soy sauce and oyster sauce. You can also add more garlic, ginger, or chili flakes for extra flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crispy Chicken Chow Mein Ready in 25 Minutes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
