Ingredients
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2 chicken breast fillets (skinless, boneless)
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2 tablespoons peanut oil, plus more for cooking chicken
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1 (6 ounce) package chow mein noodles or 1 (6 ounce) package Chinese egg noodles
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1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon ginger, minced
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1/2 cup soy sauce
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3/4 cup chicken broth
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1/3 cup dark brown sugar
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2 teaspoons sambal oelek (chile-garlic sauce to taste)
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4 tablespoons cornstarch
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1/2 cup water
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1/2 cup green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Saute chicken breast in a skillet in a little oil for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Allow to cool; then mince.
- Prepare the noodles following the directions on the package; typically boil for 3 to 5 minutes in 8 to 10 cups boiling water.
- For Sauce:
- In a wok heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and green onion and saute for just a few seconds; careful that the garlic doesn't burn.
- Add soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar and chile-garlic sauce. Combine the cornstarch with ½ cup water and stir it into the sauce. Simmer sauce for about 2 minutes or until it thickens.
- Once thick, add the chicken and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Place cooked noodles onto a serving plate.
- Spoon chicken and sauce over the top of the noodles.
- Garnish with bean sprouts or peanuts before serving.