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High protein chicken chow mein ( better than takeout)

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Craving takeout? Make this high protein chicken chow mein instead.

It’s loaded with tender chicken, saucy noodles, and crisp veggies, all in one satisfying bowl.

The best part? You get over 50 grams of protein per serving without sacrificing flavor.

It’s quick, easy, and perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights when you need something filling fast.

A quick, flavor-packed dinner you’ll actually look forward to

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Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 504
  • Protein: 52g
  • Carbs: 67g
  • Fat: 4g

Ingredients you’ll need

Chow mein chicken

  • 800g boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 20g soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Cooking spray

Chow mein sauce

  • 30g dark soy sauce
  • 15g light soy sauce
  • 15g oyster sauce
  • 15g rice vinegar
  • 10g sweetener
  • 1 tsp cornstarch

Everything else

  • 600g straight-to-wok medium noodles
  • 200g sliced white cabbage
  • 150g julienned carrots
  • Green onion white parts
  • Green onion green parts, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Optional drizzle of hoisin sauce

How to make this high protein chicken chow mein at home

Start by slicing your chicken breast into thin strips. Add it to a bowl with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, garlic, white pepper, and baking soda.

Mix everything well so the chicken is fully coated. Let it sit while you prep the rest. Even a short marinade makes a difference.

In a separate bowl, whisk together all the chow mein sauce ingredients until smooth. Set it aside.

Heat a large pan or wok over high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Cook the chicken in batches in a single layer.

This helps it get that golden, slightly crispy edge. Once cooked through, remove and set aside.

In the same pan, add your cabbage, carrots, and green onion whites. Stir fry until slightly softened but still vibrant.

Toss in the noodles, followed by the cooked chicken and sauce. Mix everything well so the noodles are coated and glossy.

Finish with green onion tops and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Ready in no time and perfect for meal prep

This high protein chicken chow mein comes together in about 30 minutes, start to finish.

It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but also ideal for batch cooking.

Serve it fresh out of the pan for that classic takeout feel, or portion it into containers for the week.

You can pair it with extra veggies, a side salad, or even enjoy it on its own. It’s hearty, balanced, and seriously satisfying.

Why this recipe just works

  • Packed with over 50g of protein per serving
  • Quick and easy to make in under 30 minutes
  • Perfect for meal prep and busy schedules
  • Tastes like takeout but healthier
  • Budget friendly with simple ingredients
  • Family approved and super customizable

Tips to make it even better

For the best texture, always cook your chicken in batches. Overcrowding the pan will steam it instead of searing.

If you don’t have dark soy sauce, you can use regular soy sauce, but the color and depth will be slightly lighter.

Want to switch things up? Try adding bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms. You can also swap chicken for shrimp or lean beef. For a lower carb version, use zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles.

If you like it spicy, a drizzle of chili oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes works beautifully.

Storage and meal prep made simple

Store your high protein chicken chow mein in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

If you prefer, you can keep the sauce separate and mix before reheating.

To reheat, place a portion in a microwave safe bowl, cover with a damp paper towel, and heat for 3 to 4 minutes.

Stir halfway through for even heating. It comes out just as delicious.

High Protein Chicken Chow Mein

This high protein chicken chow mein is a quick and flavorful meal packed with tender chicken, saucy noodles, and crisp veggies. Perfect for meal prep, it delivers over 50g of protein per serving while tasting just like your favorite takeout.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 504
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • g soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Cooking spray
Sauce
  • 30 g dark soy sauce
  • 15 g light soy sauce
  • 15 g oyster sauce
  • 15 g rice vinegar
  • 10 g sweetener
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
Other
  • 600 g noodles
  • 200 g cabbage
  • 150 g carrots
  • Green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken into thin strips and mix with marinade ingredients. Let sit.
  2. Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat a pan on high and cook chicken in batches until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  4. In the same pan, cook cabbage, carrots, and green onions until slightly soft.
  5. Add noodles, cooked chicken, and sauce. Toss well to combine.
  6. Cook for a few minutes until everything is heated through and coated.
  7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, then serve.

Notes

 

  • Baking soda helps tenderize the chicken. Do not skip it.
  • Cook chicken in batches for the best texture
  • Adjust sweetness or saltiness to taste
  • Add extra veggies for more volume

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 504
  • Protein: 52g
  • Carbs: 67g
  • Fat: 4g

Give it a try this week

If you’ve been looking for a high protein meal that doesn’t feel boring, this is it. It’s cozy, flavorful, and so easy to make.

Try it once and you’ll see why it keeps showing up in my weekly rotation.

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