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Chicken Lo Mein


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and quick Chicken Lo Mein recipe with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and lo mein noodles.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz lo mein noodles
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
  2. Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from the pan.
  4. In the same skillet, add garlic and mixed vegetables; stir-fry for about 3 minutes until vibrant but still crunchy.
  5. Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and reserved pasta water; pour over the vegetables.
  6. Add cooked chicken and drained noodles to the skillet; toss everything together until well coated.

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce prior to cooking.
  • Feel free to customize the mixed vegetables based on your preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 75g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg