Chicken Chow Mein

INGREDIENTS

12 oz. refrigerated chow mein noodles or dry spaghetti
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. freshly grated ginger
1 carrot, grated
1/2 head small cabbage, shredded
1/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp. oyster sauce
Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

RECIPE PREPARATION

Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions and drain.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy, 7 to 8 minutes. Move chicken to one side of the skillet, and to another side, add garlic, ginger, carrot, and cabbage and cook until tender, 3 minutes.

Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together broth, soy sauce, and oyster sauce.

Pour sauce over the skillet and add cooked noodles, tossing to combine.

Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

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