Chicken chow mein in the crock pot & other tempting dishes vote now Main DishVery Easy45 min Send this recipe to a friend Print this page Ask a question to the author Post your photo of this recipe Ingredients 2 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 medium carrots, sliced diagonally 2 medium stalks celery, coarsely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 cup chicken broth 2 Tbsp soy sauce 1/2 tsp finely chopped gingerroot 2 Tbsp cornstarch 3 Tbsp cold water 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1 cup snow pea pods Chow mein noodles, or thin spagetti if desired View the directions