Chicken Lo Mein
A comforting and quick dish featuring tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and flavorful sauces tossed with noodles, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz egg noodles or lo mein noodles Can also use rice noodles or zucchini noodles.
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced Can marinate briefly in soy sauce for added flavor.
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas) Feel free to experiment with seasonal vegetables.
Sauces and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For stir-frying.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish green onions Adds color and crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set them aside.
Cooking
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Introduce the sliced chicken to the pan, cooking until no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Next, toss in the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until they become tender.
- Pour in the hoisin sauce and soy sauce, mixing everything well to coat the chicken and veggies.
- Finally, add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until you achieve a delicious mix.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before plating.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days and reheat in a skillet or microwave. For optimal flavor, consider marinating the chicken briefly in soy sauce before cooking. You can also try mixing different proteins or sauces for unique flavors.