Description
This Chicken Lo Mein recipe offers a flavorful and colorful stir-fried dish featuring tender chicken strips, a medley of fresh vegetables, and classic lo mein noodles tossed in a savory homemade sauce. Quick to prepare and cook, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Noodles
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 8 ounces dry lo mein noodles
Vegetables
- ½ onion, finely sliced
- 2 bell peppers, finely sliced
- 2 carrots, cut into thin matchsticks
- 4 cups broccoli (about 2 medium crowns)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Sauces and Oils
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil (divided)
- 6 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Make the lo mein sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 6 tablespoons sesame oil, hoisin sauce, honey, ground ginger, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- Marinate the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips about 1 inch long. Place the chicken strips in a shallow bowl and add 3 tablespoons of the prepared lo mein sauce. Stir to coat and marinate the chicken for 30 to 60 minutes at room temperature, or up to 6 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions, typically boiling until tender. Drain the noodles thoroughly but do not rinse, to preserve starches that help the sauce adhere.
- Cook the chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and transfer it to a colander, allowing excess marinade to drip off. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over high heat. Add the chicken strips and stir constantly, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink inside and develops a nice browned exterior, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Cook the vegetables: In a large fry pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over high heat. Add the sliced onions, minced garlic, and carrot matchsticks, cooking until the onions soften, about 2 to 5 minutes.
- Add remaining vegetables: Stir in the bell peppers and broccoli along with an additional 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Cover the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are browned and tender, about 5 minutes.
- Combine noodles and chicken: Add the cooked noodles and chicken back into the pan with vegetables. Pour in the remaining lo mein sauce and stir well to combine everything thoroughly.
- Finish cooking: Continue cooking the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the noodles start to brown slightly, enhancing their flavor and texture. This should take a few minutes.
- Serve: Immediately serve your flavorful chicken lo mein while hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ingredient Notes and Substitutions: You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for more juiciness. For a vegetarian version, omit chicken and use tofu or extra vegetables.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to maintain texture.
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