Description
Chicken Lo Mein is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the taste of your favorite Chinese takeout right to your kitchen. Featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and chewy lo mein noodles coated in a savory sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. With just a handful of ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up this delightful meal in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thinly)
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (julienned)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp vegetable oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts thinly. Mince the garlic and julienne the bell peppers and carrots.
- Boil water in a large pot. Add lo mein noodles and cook according to package instructions (4-6 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, bell peppers, and carrots. Stir-fry until veggies are tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and a splash of water.
- Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables, then add drained noodles. Toss until well-coated and heated through (about 1-2 minutes).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the sliced chicken in soy sauce for at least 15 minutes before cooking. Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for different protein options. Add crushed red pepper for spice or toss in additional vegetables like snap peas or broccoli.