chicken lo mein recipe
This quick and flavorful Chicken Lo Mein brings together tender chicken, fresh veggies, chewy noodles, and a savory-sweet sauce in one comforting dish. It’s faster than takeout and just as satisfying.
Equipment
- Wok or Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Tongs or Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For the Stir-Fry
- 2 chicken breasts sliced into thin strips
- 8 oz lo mein noodles cooked according to package instructions
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 carrots julienned
- 1.5 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Slice chicken, carrots, onion, and broccoli into thin, even pieces.
- Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until just cooked through and lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add onions and sauté until softened. Add carrots and cook until tender. Toss in broccoli and cook for a couple more minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes to combine flavors.
- Add cooked lo mein noodles. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, finish with a drizzle of sesame oil or sprinkle with green onions. Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg
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