Description
This Easy Chicken Lo Mein was born in the chaos of a broken food truck and a borrowed kitchen, but it’s become a weeknight staple ever since. Juicy marinated chicken, colorful stir-fried veggies, and slurp-worthy noodles tossed in a savory-sweet sauce, all done in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Marinade:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced thin
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- For the Noodles:
- 12 oz fresh lo mein noodles (or 8 oz dried)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For the Vegetables:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
- 3 green onions, chopped
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
1. Combine sliced chicken, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a bowl. Let marinate while prepping other ingredients.
2. Cook noodles according to package directions, undercooking by 1 minute. Drain and toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
3. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic to make the sauce.
4. Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes to sear, then stir-fry until cooked through. Remove from pan.
5. In the same pan, stir-fry cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
6. Add cooked noodles, chicken, and sauce to the pan. Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes until evenly coated and hot. Finish with chopped green onions.
Notes
- Slice chicken thin for quick, even cooking.
- Prep all veggies and sauce before heating your wok, stir-frying moves fast.
- Slightly undercook noodles, they’ll finish in the pan and soak up flavor.
- This dish tastes even better the next day, perfect for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Weeknight Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
Keywords: easy chicken lo mein, 30-minute dinner, quick noodle recipe, lo mein with vegetables