Description
A delicious and easy Chicken Lo Mein recipe that combines tender chicken and vibrant vegetables in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 10 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, and toss with a drizzle of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch if using. This will be your savory, glossy lo mein sauce—packed with rich umami flavor.
- Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same pan, add the bell pepper, cabbage, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until just tender but still vibrant. Toss in the green onions at the end for a fresh bite.
- Combine everything: Return the chicken to the pan. Add the cooked noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat all the ingredients and thicken slightly.
- Serve hot: Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired. It’s best enjoyed hot and fresh from the pan.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
- Add protein options such as shrimp or tofu for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg