Chicken Chow Mein [Bulkbites.com]

• Servings: 1
• Time: 15 minutes

This is an authentic Chinese recipe, and packed with protein, essential fats and complex carbohydrates. My love to Chinese food has encouraged me to share this recipe with all my fellow members. However originally this recipe is made with soft Chinese noodles but I use whole wheat crisp noodles for making this recipe. Chicken goes well with this recipe though you can substitute the chicken with shrimps and beef according to availability and preferences. The taste of ‘Chicken Chow mein’ is heavenly good, it’s a complete package for your lunch or dinner. This is a perfect recipe for lean muscle growth. Tip - You can add number of vegetable in this chow mien to make it more desirable and fiber rich.

Nutrition

• calories: 497
• protein: 43
• carbs: 65
• fat: 9
• saturated fat: 0.81
• polyunsaturated fat: 0.97
• monounsaturated fat: 3.12
• cholesterol: 0
• sodium: 385
• potassium: 479
• dietary fiber: 3.42
• sugars: 7.03
• vitamin a: 44
• vitamin c: 16
• calcium: 83
• iron: 3
• magnesium: 0
• complex carbs: 54.55
• other fats: 4.1

Ingredients

• 1 oz Spaghetti, whole-wheat, dry
• 1 fillet Chicken breast, low fat
• 1 medium Bell pepper (green/yellow/red)
• 1 large Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw
• 1 tbsp Sauce, tomato chili sauce, bottled, no salt, low sodium
• 1 tsp Soy sauce made from soy (tamari)
• 1 medium Onions, raw
• 1 clove Garlic, raw
• 1 tsp Oil, olive, salad or cooking
• 1 dash Salt, table
• 1 tsp Spices, chili powder

Instructions

• Cook the spaghetti according to the package instruction.
• Cut the chicken into small strips and season with soy sauce, chili powder and salt.
• Heat some oil into a large non stick wok, sauté onion and garlic.
• Add chicken and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
• Add chili tomato sauce and cook the chicken until soft.
• Add chopped vegetables and stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
• Finally, add noodles and soy sauce, give it a nice toss to mix well.
• Serve hot with fresh spring onion on top.