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Chicken Lo Mein

A quick and homemade takeout-style Chicken Lo Mein that combines savory flavors with fresh vegetables, perfect for weeknight meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 ounces dry lo mein noodles (or dry spaghetti as a substitute)
  • 2 medium skinless, boneless chicken breasts — cut into 1" chunks
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
  • 1/2 cup snow peas or snap peas
  • 1/3 cup matchstick carrot shreds
  • 1 whole red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach
  • 2 1/2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 large cloves + half of one)
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 green onions chopped for garnish
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup dark soy sauce (or regular soy if that’s what you have)
  • 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons dark brown sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
  • 1–2 teaspoons Sriracha, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk the sauce: In a large bowl, combine dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, chicken broth, and Sriracha. Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cook noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lo mein noodles (or spaghetti) according to package until al dente. Drain and set aside — toss with a tiny drizzle of oil if you don’t plan to use immediately so they don’t clump.
Cooking
  1. Sear the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add to hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 4–6 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
  2. Stir-fry aromatics and vegetables: Add remaining oil to the same pan. Lower heat slightly if the pan smokes. Add minced garlic and ginger; stir for about 45 seconds until fragrant. Add red pepper strips, carrot shreds, spinach, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 1.5–2 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. Combine noodles and chicken: Add drained noodles and the cooked chicken back to the pan.
  4. Add sauce and toss: Pour the whisked sauce over everything. Use tongs or two spatulas to toss the noodles thoroughly, making sure every strand is coated.
  5. Thicken on high heat: Turn heat to high and keep tossing for about 1 minute to allow the sauce to bubble and thicken. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of warm water or broth and toss again.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Can be frozen, but texture may change. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.