Umami Chicken Chow Mein: Savory Stir-Fry Perfection!

Umami Chicken Chow Mein 🍜

Recipe Information:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4

Description:

When craving that delightful mix of savory and satisfying flavors, this Umami Chicken Chow Mein comes to the rescue! Inspired by the flavors of a beloved Minneapolis take-out joint, this recipe captures the essence of light sauce-based chow mein, perfect for a quick and easy meal. Whether you’re in Texas or Minneapolis, this dish promises a taste of home in every bite!

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Ingredients:

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   • Chop the onion into bite-sized pieces.
   • Slice the celery into thin pieces.
   • Drain and rinse the sliced water chestnuts.
   • Rinse the bean sprouts thoroughly.

2. Sauté Vegetables:

   • In a large skillet or wok, heat some cooking oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and sliced celery to the skillet.
   • Sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

3. Add Chicken and Bean Sprouts:

   • Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet, creating a space in the center.
   • Add the chicken pieces to the center of the skillet.
   • Stir-fry the chicken until it’s no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
   • Once the chicken is cooked through, add the bean sprouts to the skillet.

4. Create the Sauce:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth and water.
   • Add salt, white pepper, and Accent seasoning to the broth mixture.
   • Stir well to combine all the flavors.

5. Thicken the Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a splash of water to create a slurry.
   • Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly.
   • Continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

6. Finish and Serve:

   • Once the sauce has thickened, remove the skillet from heat.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
   • Serve your delicious Umami Chicken Chow Mein over a bed of steamed rice or chow mein noodles.

Tips for a Flavorful Chow Mein:

• For an extra umami kick, add a splash of soy sauce or oyster sauce to the sauce mixture.
• Feel free to customize your chow mein with additional vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or snow peas.
• Garnish with chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds for a burst of freshness and texture.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 151.1
• Total Fat: 7.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 364.4mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.6g
  • Sugar: 7.8g
• Protein: 7g

Enjoy your flavorful journey to Umami Chicken Chow Mein bliss! 🥢🍲