Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Chicken and Bean Sprouts

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A classic Chinese stir-fry featuring tender chicken, fresh bean sprouts, and egg noodles tossed in a savory sauce. This chinese-inspired chinese ready in about 30 minutes pairs egg noodles, thinly sliced chicken breast, rinsed bean sprouts for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 4.0 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 8 oz egg noodles. Cook for 3 minutes until just tender but not mushy, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned, then remove from wok.
  3. Step 3: In the same wok, add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Push aromatics to the side and pour 1 large beaten egg into the wok, swirling to make a thin omelet. Once set, roughly chop the egg in the wok.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1 cup rinsed bean sprouts, and 3 sliced scallions to the wok, stir-frying for 2 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
  6. Step 6: Return the cooked chicken and drained noodles to the wok. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil, tossing everything together for 2-3 minutes until noodles are coated and heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Chicken and Bean Sprouts take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Chicken and Bean Sprouts?

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 egg noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Chicken and Bean Sprouts?

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 Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Chicken and Bean Sprouts for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Chicken and Bean Sprouts?

Chinese chinese 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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