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Ken Hom’s Chicken Chow Mein

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This authentic Ken Hom-style Chicken Chow Mein is a vibrant and hearty meal that captures the essence of home-style Chinese cooking. The dish features tender shredded chicken breast and delicate egg noodles tossed in a quick, aromatic stir-fry. It is enriched with the salty umami of light soy sauce, a hint of sweetness from sugar, and the nutty aroma of sesame oil. Crisp snow peas and salty ham add texture and depth, while fresh scallions provide a bright finish. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, this recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, offering a satisfying balance of protein and carbohydrates. It is an ideal way to use up pantry staples and fresh produce, delivering restaurant-quality flavor with minimal fuss. Serve it hot and fresh for the best experience.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 119.5
Description
This authentic Ken Hom-style Chicken Chow Mein is a vibrant and hearty meal that captures the essence of home-style Chinese cooking. The dish features tender shredded chicken breast and delicate egg noodles tossed in a quick, aromatic stir-fry. It is enriched with the salty umami of light soy sauce, a hint of sweetness from sugar, and the nutty aroma of sesame oil. Crisp snow peas and salty ham add texture and depth, while fresh scallions provide a bright finish. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, this recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, offering a satisfying balance of protein and carbohydrates. It is an ideal way to use up pantry staples and fresh produce, delivering restaurant-quality flavor with minimal fuss. Serve it hot and fresh for the best experience.
Ingredients
  • Dried or fresh egg noodles
  • Smithfield ham or prosciutto, finely shredded
  • Boneless chicken breasts, skinned and finely shredded
  • Light soy sauce (for marinating chicken)
  • Rice wine or dry sherry
  • Peanut oil (or other neutral oil)
  • Sesame oil
  • Finely chopped scallions
  • Granulated sugar
  • Light soy sauce (for stir-frying)
  • Snow peas, trimmed
  • Garlic, minced
Directions
  1. 1
    Prepare the noodles: If using dried noodles, cook according to package instructions. If using fresh Chinese noodles, boil for 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. 2
    Drain the cooked noodles and immerse them in cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside until ready to use.
  3. 3
    Slice the skinned chicken breasts into thin shreds, approximately 2 inches long.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, mix the chicken shreds with 2 teaspoons of light soy sauce and the rice wine or sherry.
  5. 5
    Let the chicken marinate at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  6. 6
    Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  7. 7
    Add 2 teaspoons of peanut oil to the hot wok, then add the marinated chicken shreds.
  8. 8
    Stir-fry the chicken for about 2 minutes until just cooked through, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
  9. 9
    Clean the wok if necessary, then drain the noodles, shaking off as much excess water as possible.
  10. 10
    Reheat the wok or skillet over high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of peanut oil.
  11. 11
    Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 10 seconds until fragrant.
  12. 12
    Add the snow peas and shredded ham to the wok.
  13. 13
    Stir-fry the vegetables and ham for about 1 minute until the snow peas are bright green but still crisp.
  14. 14
    Add the drained noodles, granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of light soy sauce, and chopped scallions to the wok.
  15. 15
    Continue to stir-fry for about 2 minutes, tossing the noodles to coat them evenly with the sauce and oil.
  16. 16
    Return the cooked chicken to the noodle mixture.
  17. 17
    Stir-fry for another 3 to 4 minutes, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and the noodles are well combined.
  18. 18
    Drizzle with sesame oil and give the mixture a few final stirs to incorporate the flavor.
  19. 19
    Transfer the Chow Mein to a warm platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 119.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 34.3mg12%
Sodium 210.0mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 8.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 11.9g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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