This Chicken Chow Mein is a comforting, home-style stir-fry that brings together tender cooked chicken with a medley of crunchy vegetables. Sliced mushrooms, fresh bean sprouts, and bamboo shoots add texture, while a simple cornstarch-thickened sauce coats everything in savory flavor. It 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you need a satisfying meal on the table fast. The dish balances the earthiness of mushrooms with the freshness of sprouts, creating a harmonious bite. Serve it hot over noodles or rice for a complete dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Chicken Chow Mein #2
Description
This Chicken Chow Mein is a comforting, home-style stir-fry that brings together tender cooked chicken with a medley of crunchy vegetables. Sliced mushrooms, fresh bean sprouts, and bamboo shoots add texture, while a simple cornstarch-thickened sauce coats everything in savory flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you need a satisfying meal on the table fast. The dish balances the earthiness of mushrooms with the freshness of sprouts, creating a harmonious bite. Serve it hot over noodles or rice for a complete dinner that the whole family will enjoy.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the large onions and celery stalks into thin slices and 1-inch diagonal pieces respectively.
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In a large skillet or wok, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the sliced onions and cook until they become slightly soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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Stir in the celery pieces and sliced mushrooms, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms begin to release their moisture.
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Pour in 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Reduce heat to low and let the vegetables cook in the broth for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the drained bean sprouts and bamboo shoots to the skillet, stirring to combine.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, soy sauce, and 1/2 cup of chicken broth until smooth and free of lumps.
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Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet along with the cut cooked chicken pieces.
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Stir everything together and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Simmer the mixture for another 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
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Taste the sauce and add additional soy sauce if desired for more saltiness.
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Serve hot over cooked Chinese noodles or steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 643.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.7g26%
- Saturated Fat 4.7g24%
- Cholesterol 106.8mg36%
- Sodium 277.0mg12%
- Total Carbohydrate 75.5g26%
- Dietary Fiber 29.2g117%
- Sugars 18.1g
- Protein 57.7g116%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.