Mary Berry Chicken Chow Mein​ Recipe

This easy Mary Berry Chicken Chow Mein is made with tender chicken breast, fine egg noodles, chestnut mushrooms, fresh ginger, and crunchy bean sprouts. The result is a savory, gently spiced, and satisfying stir-fry that tastes just like a classic takeaway. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, this foolproof recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and serves 4 people.

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Mary Berry Chicken Chow Mein Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

• 2 chicken breasts, skinned and sliced into 2cm cubes
• 1 tbsp runny honey
• 2 tbsp sunflower oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 15g fresh root ginger, peeled and finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic, finely grated
• 175g chestnut mushrooms, thickly sliced
• 115g (about 3 nests) fine egg noodles
• 175g bean sprouts
• Freshly ground black pepper

For the Sauce:

• 2 tbsp black bean sauce
• 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar or white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 2 spring onions, sliced

How To Make Mary Berry Chicken Chow Mein

1. Cook the noodles: First, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them well and set aside.
2. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the black bean sauce, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of water. Add the sliced spring onions and set the sauce aside.
3. Cook the chicken: Toss the sliced chicken in the runny honey. Heat half of the sunflower oil in a large wok or non-stick frying pan over a high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry for a few minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
4. Sauté the vegetables: Add the remaining oil to the pan. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often. Stir in the grated ginger, garlic, and sliced mushrooms. Continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
5. Combine everything: Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the vegetables and toss everything together. Pour in the prepared sauce and add the cooked chicken. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until everything is piping hot and well combined.
6. Add bean sprouts and serve: Finally, add the bean sprouts and toss for just 30 seconds to heat them through while keeping their crunch. Season with plenty of black pepper and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Prepare Ahead: A stir-fry comes together very quickly. Have all your ingredients chopped, measured, and ready to go before you turn on the heat. This is a classic kitchen practice called ‘mise en place’.
• Don’t Overcook the Noodles: Cook the noodles until they are just tender (al dente). They will cook a little more in the wok with the sauce, and this prevents them from becoming mushy.
• Use a Hot Wok: For the best results, make sure your wok or frying pan is very hot before you start cooking. This sears the ingredients quickly, locking in flavor and texture.
• Add Bean Sprouts Last: For a delicious crunch, add the bean sprouts at the very end of cooking. They only need a few seconds in the heat to warm up; any longer and they will become soft and release water.

What To Serve Chicken Chow Mein

This Chicken Chow Mein is a wonderful one-pan meal that doesn’t need much else. However, if you want to create a more complete Chinese-style feast, it pairs beautifully with crispy vegetable spring rolls, prawn toast, or a simple side of steamed broccoli drizzled with a little oyster sauce.

How To Store Chicken Chow Mein Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a hot wok or in the microwave until piping hot.
• Freeze: This recipe is not suitable for freezing. The texture of the noodles and vegetables, particularly the bean sprouts, will become soft and watery once thawed.

Mary Berry Chicken Chow Mein Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 410 kcal
• Total Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 38g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 9g
• Protein: 30g

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use different vegetables? Yes, this recipe is very versatile. You can add other vegetables like sliced bell peppers, carrots, or snow peas. Add harder vegetables like carrots with the onions and softer ones like peppers with the mushrooms.
• What if I can’t find black bean sauce? Black bean sauce gives the dish its unique savory flavor. Most large supermarkets stock it in the world foods aisle. If you can’t find it, you could substitute it with hoisin sauce or oyster sauce, though this will change the final taste.
• Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts? Absolutely. Chicken thighs are very flavorful and will work well in this recipe. Simply slice them into bite-sized pieces and cook them in the same way as the chicken breast.

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