Craving something quick, tasty, and satisfying? This delicious chowmein recipe from my Nepali kitchen is perfect for busy days or last-minute meals. With tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and bold spices, it comes together in minutes and makes a flavorful, comforting dish everyone will love.
Why You’ll Love This Chowmein
- Ready in just a few minutes
- Uses simple, everyday ingredients
- Flavourful, colourful, and packed with veggies
- Perfect as a main dish or quick snack
Ingredients
- Chowmein noodles (boiled according to package instructions)
- 200g diced chicken pieces
- 1 small carrot, diced
- ½ cup peas
- ½ cup cabbage, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green chili, chopped
- 1–2 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1–2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp chowmein masala
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: cheese or chocolate (for a unique twist)
How to Make Quick Chowmein
- Heat a little oil in a pan and cook the diced chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, stir-fry the onions until soft and fragrant.
- Add carrots, peas, cabbage, and green chili. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Sprinkle chowmein masala and salt, then add tomato sauce and soy sauce. Mix well to coat the veggies evenly.
- Add the boiled chowmein noodles and toss everything together until well combined.
- Return the chicken to the pan, mix, and heat through for a minute.
- Optional: top with shredded cheese or a small piece of chocolate for a playful, indulgent twist.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot straight from the pan. It’s perfect on its own or paired with a simple soup for a complete meal.
NotAChef Tips
- Keep the vegetables slightly crunchy for a better texture.
- Adjust soy sauce and chili to your taste.
- Toss the noodles quickly on high heat to keep them from sticking together.
