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This easy Chicken Chow Mein features juicy chicken, a glossy homemade sauce, and tender veggies simmered to perfection. Made in one pan and naturally gluten-free friendly, it’s the perfect comfort-food dinner for busy weeknights — delicious over rice or noodles!
Chicken chow mein
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
600
kcalIngredients
1 ½ pounds chicken breast
2 Tablespoons olive oil
½ onion
8 ounce can of water chestnuts (optional)
1 Tablespoon molasses
2 Tablespoons gluten free Tamari or soy sauce
1 stalk celery
¼ cup cornstarch
2 cups chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add the onions, water or broth, molasses, bouillon cubes and soy sauce. Bring to a boil and then cover and reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with ¼ cup water to make a slurry. Add this to the skillet along with the celery and water chestnuts. Cover and simmer an additional 15 minutes.
Serve over rice or gluten free chow mein noodles.
Use whatever rice you prefer – however we like sticky rice – specifically Kokuho Rose Rice.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Friendly: Use gluten-free Tamari and gluten-free chow mein noodles or serve over rice to keep this recipe gluten-free.
Bouillon Swap: If you prefer less sodium, replace the beef bouillon cubes with low-sodium broth or use only 2 cubes for a lighter flavor.
Thickening Tip: Add the cornstarch slurry slowly and stir well — you can always add more if you want a thicker sauce.
Vegetable Add-ins: Feel free to add mushrooms, bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded cabbage to bulk up the dish.
Rice Recommendation: This pairs beautifully with sticky rice like Kokuho Rose Rice, but jasmine or basmati rice works great too.
Make Ahead: Sauce thickens when stored — add a splash of water or broth when reheating to loosen.
Protein Swap: Try this with sliced beef, shrimp, or tofu for a different variation
