Hong Kong Chicken Chow Mein

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Hong Kong Chicken Chow Mein.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious chicken noodle dish, grab a mixing bowl and combine your sliced chicken breast with a beaten egg white, two teaspoons of cornstarch, and a splash of sesame oil.

2. Step 2

   Give it a good mix to ensure every piece of chicken is well-coated and ready to soak up those flavors.

3. Step 3

   Next, bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.

4. Step 4

   Toss in the Chinese egg noodles and let them cook until they’re soft, which should take about four minutes.

5. Step 5

   Once they’re done, drain the noodles and lay them out on paper towels to soak up any excess moisture.

6. Step 6

   Now, it’s time to heat some vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat.

7. Step 7

   Add the drained noodles and stir-fry them until they turn a lovely golden brown, which should take about three to five minutes on each side.

8. Step 8

   When they’re perfectly crispy, transfer them to paper towels to drain.

9. Step 9

   In the same wok, add your marinated chicken and stir-fry it until it turns white, which should take around two minutes.

10. Step 10

    Use a slotted spoon to lift the chicken out and set it aside in a bowl.

11. Step 11

    Now, pour in the chicken broth and add chopped spring onions, light soy sauce, rice wine, ground white pepper, and ground black pepper.

12. Step 12

    Stir everything together to create a flavorful base.

13. Step 13

    In a small bowl, mix one tablespoon of cornstarch with two teaspoons of water until it’s smooth, then pour this mixture into the wok along with the oyster sauce.

14. Step 14

    Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, allowing those flavors to meld beautifully.

15. Step 15

    Add the cooked chicken and fresh bean sprouts to the wok, cooking and stirring for about five minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened to perfection.

16. Step 16

    Finally, serve this savory chicken mixture over your crispy noodles, and get ready to enjoy a delightful meal that’s sure to impress!.