Description
Better-Than-Takeout Chicken Lo Mein is a vibrant and satisfying stir-fry that brings the flavors of your favorite Asian restaurant right to your kitchen. This quick, easy recipe features tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and perfectly cooked lo mein noodles, all coated in a savory sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with your choice of veggies to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, snap peas)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- Water (as needed for sauce)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and stir-fry until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped vegetables and minced garlic to the skillet; stir for another 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and a splash of water to create the sauce.
- Pour the sauce over chicken and veggies; mix well.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out vegetables based on what's available in your fridge. For added spice, include sriracha or chili flakes to the dish.