Pancit Canton Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Chicken

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A savory Filipino-style stir-fried egg noodle dish loaded with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a flavorful soy-based sauce. This filipino-inspired noodles ready in about 40 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 5, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 5 Filipino cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 oz dried pancit canton noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 sliced medium onion, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced boneless chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently until chicken is no longer pink.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup green beans and 1 medium julienned carrot; cook for 3 minutes until vegetables start to soften.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 cups shredded cabbage, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 cup chicken broth, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Step 6: Add the drained pancit canton noodles and toss everything together carefully. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until noodles absorb sauce and are cooked through.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped spring onions before serving hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pancit Canton Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pancit Canton Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pancit Canton Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pancit Canton Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 5 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 5). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pancit Canton Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Chicken?

Filipino noodles like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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