Description
This Easy Chicken Lo Mein is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and tender lo mein noodles tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce blend. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, this recipe is packed with simple ingredients and comes together in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Noodles
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
Chicken & Vegetables
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain thoroughly and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the thinly sliced chicken breasts until fully cooked and no longer pink. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook the vegetables until tender-crisp, ensuring they maintain some bite and vibrant color.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder, red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet. Then, add the cooked noodles and toss everything together thoroughly until well coated and heated through.
- Serve: Serve the Easy Chicken Lo Mein hot, garnishing with additional toppings if desired, and enjoy a deliciously satisfying meal.
Notes
- For extra protein, you can add scrambled eggs or tofu.
- Use fresh ginger instead of ginger powder for a more intense flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Substitute oyster sauce with hoisin sauce for a different taste profile.
- Make sure not to overcook the vegetables to keep them crisp and vibrant.
