My Wild Kiwi Kitchen

Weeknight Chicken Chow Mein - Fast, Simple, Full of Flavour Chicken Chow Mein is one of the most straightforward noodle dishes to make at home, and it relies on familiar ingredients you’re likely to have on hand. The method is simple: a quick marinade, fast cooking, and a generous amount of vegetables that bring colour, texture, and balance. It’s a practical weeknight option because everything happens in one pan, and the noodles cook in just a few minutes. The base of the dish is sliced chicken briefly marinated in a light soy‑cornflour mixture. This step takes very little time but helps the chicken stay tender during the high‑heat stir‑fry. Once the chicken is seared and set aside, the pan becomes the place where the vegetables build structure. Chow mein is known for being adaptable, and using a wide range of vegetables makes the dish both economical and substantial. Onion, garlic, carrots, broccoli, cabbage, spring onions, bean sprouts, and leafy greens all work well. They cook quick...