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A close-up shot of homemade chicken chow mein in a wok, showing the texture of the stir-fried noodles and crisp vegetables.

Chow Mein Recipe (Better Than Takeout)

This easy Chow Mein Recipe is better than takeout and ready in under 30 minutes! Perfectly stir-fried noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce make this a guaranteed family favorite for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chow Mein Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch
For the Stir-Fry
  • 8 oz Chow Mein Egg Noodles Or spaghetti/ramen noodles
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Divided
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage
  • 1 cup Carrots Julienned
  • 2 ribs Celery Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with a teaspoon of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove from wok.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil to the wok. Add the celery and carrots and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the cabbage and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until it begins to wilt.
  5. Return the cooked chicken and noodles to the wok. Pour the sauce over everything and toss to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, tossing constantly, until the sauce has thickened and coated everything. Stir in the bean sprouts for the final 30 seconds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Prep Ahead: Chop all your vegetables and mix your sauce ahead of time to make the stir-frying process quick and easy.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Noodle Tip: For crispier noodles, pan-fry the boiled noodles in a little oil for a few minutes on each side before adding them to the stir-fry.