Healthy Chicken Chow Mein Noodles for Simple Meal Prep
A high-protein, macro-balanced chicken chow mein perfect for weekly meal prep. Packed with lean chicken, high-fiber noodles, and crisp vegetables in a savory soy-garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced
- 6 oz high-protein or whole wheat chow mein noodles
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil (plus more for noodles)
Sauce:
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package, undercook by 1 minute. Rinse in cold water, toss in sesame oil, and set aside.
- Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil. Stir-fry carrots, cabbage, and peppers for 3–4 minutes. Add bean sprouts and green onions.
- Return chicken and noodles to the pan. Pour sauce over top and toss everything for 2–3 minutes until coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Let cool before storing.
Notes
- Use gluten-free noodles and tamari for gluten-free option.
- Add chili sauce for heat.
- Keeps well in fridge for 4 days.