Description
This Easy Chicken Lo Mein recipe is a quick and flavorful comfort food classic, combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and soft noodles tossed in a savory soy and sesame sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that mixes colorful bell peppers, carrots, and green onions with protein-rich chicken breast and lo mein noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 lb Boneless Chicken Breasts, thinly sliced
Noodles
- 8 oz Lo Mein Noodles (fresh or dried)
Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell Peppers, varied colors, chopped (or substitute snap peas)
- 1 cup Carrots, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup Green Onions, sliced (chives as alternative)
Sauces & Oils
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce (substitute tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce (optional; skip for vegetarian version)
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
Other
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by chopping the bell peppers, carrots, and green onions. Cook the lo mein noodles according to the package directions until just al dente, then drain and set them aside to prevent overcooking.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Toss in the chopped bell peppers, carrots, and green onions. Stir-fry these vegetables for about 3-4 minutes, cooking them until they are tender but still crisp, which preserves their vibrant color and textures.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the drained lo mein noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Toss all ingredients thoroughly to evenly distribute the sauce and heat everything through.
- Serve: Plate the hot chicken lo mein immediately. For extra flavor, optionally garnish with an additional drizzle of soy sauce or sprinkle of green onions. Enjoy your delicious and satisfying meal!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and confirm your oyster sauce is gluten-free or omit it.
- To make this dish vegetarian, skip the chicken and oyster sauce; add extra vegetables or tofu instead.
- Fresh garlic provides the best aromatic flavor, but you can use pre-minced garlic in a pinch.
- Lo mein noodles are available fresh or dried; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Use a wok or large skillet for best stir-frying results and to allow even cooking.
