Best Cashew Chicken Chow Mein Easy Recipes

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CHICKEN CHOW MEIN



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When we go out for Chinese food, my husband always orders chicken chow mein. I created this recipe using richer-flavored tamari sauce rather than soy. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon cornstarch
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
2/3 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup sliced onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced green pepper
2 tablespoons julienned carrot
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, salt and ginger until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the mushrooms, celery, onion, pepper and carrot in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir-fry 1-2 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN-CASHEW CASSEROLE



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Skip pricey Chinese takeout. Instead, pull together this casserole version of cashew chicken, with crunchy chow mein noodles, nuts and water chestnuts, in just 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can (28 oz) chicken chow mein mix
3 cups chow mein noodles
2 cups snow (Chinese) pea pods
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
1 can (8 oz) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 cup cashew pieces

Steps:

  • In 10- or 9-inch glass pie plate, arrange chicken, thickest parts to outside edges (sides of chicken will touch). Cover plate with microwavable plastic wrap, folding back one corner or edge 1/4 inch to vent steam. Microwave on Medium (50%) 14 to 16 minutes or or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Let stand 5 minutes. Cool slightly; cut into desired size of pieces.
  • Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Spray 3-quart casserole with cooking spray. Separate cans from chow mein mix. Drain large can of vegetables. In bottom of casserole, place 1 1/2 cups of the chow mein noodles. In large bowl, stir together both cans of chow mein mix, the pea pods, soup, water chestnuts, soy sauce and 3/4 cup of the cashews.
  • Stir chicken into chow mein mixture. Spoon over chow mein noodles in casserole.
  • Cover with foil; bake about 1 hour or until hot. In small bowl, mix remaining 1 1/2 cups noodles and 1/4 cup cashews; sprinkle over casserole. Bake uncovered 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1590 mg

CHOW MEIN CHICKEN



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Whenever I get the craving for Chinese food, I look no further than my own kitchen! This easy-to-make entree is ready in a matter of minutes.-Debbie Franzen, Sewickley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles
1/3 cup salted cashew halves

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Stir in soup, broth and soy sauce. Add the chicken and mushrooms; heat through. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with chow mein noodles and cashews. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 36g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 1283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CASHEW CHICKEN CHOW MEIN (EASY)



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This is one of my very favorite dishes. The crisp vegetables and cashews with the chicken and sauce is just superb. It's an easy recipe to do and very rewarding. There's 1 hour of marinating time.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh garlic
3 celery ribs, sliced
3 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup cashews
chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Cut chicken in thin strips, place in shallow dish.
  • Combine teriyaki sauce, ginger and garlic.
  • Pour over chicken.
  • Cover and chill 1 hour.
  • Drain chicken, discard marinade.
  • Stir fry celery,and onions in 1 TBS oil in large skillet 3 minutes.
  • Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Stir fry chicken in remaining oil 4 minutes.
  • Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Mix broth,cornstarch and soy sauce.
  • Pour into skillet and cook and stir until thickened.
  • Add vegetables, chicken and cashews, stir until heated thru.
  • Serve over chow mein noodles.

ONE-POT CHICKEN CHOW MEIN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: soy sauce, ginger, garlic, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper flakes, pepper, chicken breasts, onion, celery, carrots, cabbage, ramen noodle, chicken broth, scallion

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

⅓ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
pepper, to taste
2 chicken breasts, cubed
½ onion, julienned
3 stalks celery, sliced
4 carrots, julienned
3 cups cabbage, shredded
2 packages ramen noodle, without seasoning packet
1 ½ cups chicken broth
scallion

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, ginger, garlic, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper flakes, and pepper.
  • Place chicken cubes into a re-sealable plastic bag pour half of the marinade into the bag and save the rest for later.
  • Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
  • Pour the marinated chicken into a large pot and cook over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the pot.
  • Add sesame oil to the bottom of the pot and add the onion, celery, carrots, and cabbage. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
  • Place both of the ramen noodle bricks into the bottom of the pot.
  • Pour in chicken broth over the noodles.
  • Cover the noodles with the vegetables as much as possible. Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the noodles are cooked through.
  • Break up the noodles and add back the chicken, and pour in the rest of the marinade from earlier.
  • Garnish with scallions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 11 grams

EASY CHICKEN CHOW MEIN



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Make and share this Easy Chicken Chow Mein recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lisa1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package fresh celery (sliced)
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup bean sprouts
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained
1 (7 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 cups cut up cooked chicken
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 (10 ounce) can condensed chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
hot cooked rice
chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a large pot, saute celery in oil for apx 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add bean sprouts (if using), mushrooms, water chestnuts, and chicken.
  • In a large bowl, blend cornstarch with water.
  • When smooth, add chicken broth and soy sauce to bowl.
  • Mix well and pour over meat and vegetables.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring until sauce thickens.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve over hot, cooked rice and chow mein noodles.

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