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Filipino Pancit Canton Noodles with Chicken

Filipino pancit canton noodles with chicken, crisp vegetables, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. This easy Filipino stir-fry is ready in 25 minutes and makes a satisfying weeknight dinner for busy families.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces 225 grams pancit canton noodles (egg noodles) or substitute with fresh lo mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup 150 grams boneless chicken breast or thighs, sliced thin
  • 1 cup 75 grams carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup 85 grams green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup 85 grams cabbage, shredded
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 3 tablespoons 45 ml soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon 15 ml oyster sauce
  • 1/2 cup 120 ml chicken broth or water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Calamansi or lemon wedges optional

Instructions

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add sliced onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken slices and cook until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Stir in carrots and green beans; cook for 3 minutes until slightly tender.
  • Add the pancit canton noodles to the pan along with chicken broth.
  • Pour in soy sauce and oyster sauce; toss to combine evenly with the noodles and vegetables.
  • Add shredded cabbage and green onions; cook for another 3 minutes, stirring gently until noodles are tender and vegetables are cooked but crisp.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot with calamansi or lemon wedges on the side for an authentic touch.