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Easy Chicken Lo Mein Recipe

Easy chicken lo mein recipe with noodles, chicken, and colorful vegetables in a bowl.
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This quick and flavorful stir-fry is faster than takeout. Tender chicken and crisp vegetables are tossed with savory noodles in a rich, umami-packed sauce. It's a versatile weeknight meal that satisfies any craving.

Ingredients

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  • For the Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • For the Stir Fry:
  • 8 ounces lo mein noodles, spaghetti, or linguine
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil, like avocado or vegetable
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and toss with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Whisk all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the neutral oil and swirl to coat.
  4. Add the sliced chicken in a single layer. Sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes, then stir-fry until just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes total. Remove chicken to a plate.
  5. In the same hot pan, add a splash more oil if needed. Add onion, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until starting to soften.
  6. Add the cabbage and cook for another 1-2 minutes until slightly wilted.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Re-whisk the sauce and pour it over the chicken and vegetables. It will bubble and thicken.
  8. Add the cooked noodles. Toss everything vigorously for 1-2 minutes until evenly coated in the sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Do not crowd the pan when cooking the chicken; cook in batches if needed for proper searing. The pan must be very hot before adding ingredients. The recipe is highly adaptable: swap vegetables, use shrimp or tofu, or choose gluten-free noodles and sauces.

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