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Chicken Lo Mein

Homemade Chicken Lo Mein

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Chicken Lo Mein is a classic Chinese-American dish featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and lo mein noodles tossed in a savory sauce. It is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
  • 8 ounces lo mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup snow peas
  • 1/2 cup sliced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir-fry sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add carrots, bell peppers, snow peas, and onion. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Add cooked lo mein noodles.
  7. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and noodles. Toss to coat everything evenly.
  8. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles.
  9. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of vegetables to your preference.
  • For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg