Why Make This Recipe
Chicken Lo Mein is a delicious and easy dish that brings the taste of takeout right to your home. It’s a perfect meal for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your family and friends. With tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and flavorful noodles, this dish is both satisfying and quick to prepare. Plus, you can customize it to include your favorite ingredients!
How to Make Chicken Lo Mein
Ingredients:
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Lo Mein noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 2 carrots (thinly sliced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
Directions:
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same pan, stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, and green onions until tender yet crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables.
- Add lo mein noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and any additional spices. Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve hot with extra soy sauce if desired.
How to Serve Chicken Lo Mein
Chicken Lo Mein is best served hot right after cooking. You can plate it in individual bowls or serve it family-style in a large dish. For extra flavor, you can add a drizzle of soy sauce on top or sprinkle some sesame seeds. Pair it with your favorite egg rolls or spring rolls for a full meal!
How to Store Chicken Lo Mein
To store leftover Chicken Lo Mein, let it cool down, then place it in an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to store it longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat, simply reheat in a pan or microwave.
Tips to Make Chicken Lo Mein
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition.
- If you like it spicy, add some chili sauce or red pepper flakes.
Variation
You can easily modify this recipe by using shrimp, beef, or tofu instead of chicken. You can also experiment with different types of noodles or sauces for a unique twist!
FAQs
1. Can I use dried noodles instead of fresh?
Yes, dried Lo Mein noodles work well too. Just cook them according to the package instructions before adding.
2. Is this dish gluten-free?
To make it gluten-free, you can use gluten-free soy sauce and ensure the noodles are also gluten-free.
3. How can I make it vegetarian?
Simply omit the chicken and increase the amount of vegetables. You can also add tofu for protein.
Chicken Lo Mein
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Description
A delicious and easy Chicken Lo Mein recipe that brings the taste of takeout to your home. Perfect for busy weeknights with tender chicken and colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Lo Mein noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 2 carrots (thinly sliced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same pan, stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, and green onions until tender yet crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables.
- Add lo mein noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and any additional spices. Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve hot with extra soy sauce if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a drizzle of soy sauce on top or sprinkle some sesame seeds. Pair with your favorite egg rolls or spring rolls for a full meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
