Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of homemade Chicken Lo Mein, where tender noodles embrace succulent chicken and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a savory sauce. This quick and easy dish brings the flavors of your favorite takeout right into your kitchen, perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a delightful meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fresh lo mein noodles
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (julienned)
- 1 cup snow peas
- 3 scallions (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1-inch piece ginger (minced)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- Boil water in a large pot and cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté sliced chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; add minced garlic and ginger for an additional minute.
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until crisp yet vibrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch slurry, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add cooked noodles into the skillet with chicken and veggies. Pour in the sauce mixture while stirring constantly for about 2 minutes until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced scallions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg