Description
Transport your taste buds to your favorite Chinese takeout with this easy and flavorful Chicken Lo Mein. Silky noodles blend seamlessly with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a savory sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish is not only comforting but also incredibly versatile. Enjoy it fresh or as leftovers, making it an ideal choice for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 8 oz lo mein noodles (preferably fresh)
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 2 medium carrots (julienned)
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients by chopping veggies and slicing chicken.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, bell peppers, and carrots; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Boil water in another pot; cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth to create the sauce.
- Add drained noodles and sauce mixture to the skillet; toss everything together until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. For added heat, sprinkle chili flakes or include bok choy for more crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water.