Description
Homemade Chicken Lo Mein is a quick and delicious meal that brings the vibrant flavors of your favorite Chinese restaurant right to your kitchen. With tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and satisfying lo mein noodles enveloped in a savory sauce, this dish is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s customizable to suit your taste buds and visually appealing, making it a hit for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, snap peas)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Slice chicken into thin strips and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook lo mein noodles in boiling water according to package instructions; drain and rinse.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry until tender-crisp (about 3 minutes).
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and garlic; pour over chicken and veggies.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet; toss everything together until well-coated in sauce and heated through (about 2 minutes).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, consider adding bok choy or broccoli.- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a protein variation.- Adjust the sauce by incorporating chili paste for heat or hoisin sauce for sweetness.