Chicken Chow Mein Noodles Meal Prep – Quick, Balanced & Better Than Takeout
A quick and flavorful Chicken Chow Mein that’s ideal for meal prep, packed with lean protein, crisp vegetables, and savory noodles in a homemade stir-fry sauce.
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
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8 oz chow mein or yakisoba noodles
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1 cup green cabbage, shredded
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1 carrot, julienned
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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2 green onions, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
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2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)
For the Sauce:
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1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tbsp oyster sauce
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1/2 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp water
Instructions
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Cook noodles according to package. Rinse and toss with a little sesame oil.
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Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet or wok. Sear chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove.
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Add more oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper for 3–5 minutes.
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Return chicken and noodles to the pan. Pour in sauce and toss everything to coat.
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Cook 2–3 more minutes until hot and saucy. Garnish with green onions.
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Cool slightly and portion into meal prep containers.
Notes
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Use gluten-free noodles and tamari for GF version.
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Add mushrooms, broccoli, or snap peas to bulk up veggies.
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Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days.