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Easy Chicken Lo Mein Recipe: Better Than Takeout in 30 Minutes

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A quick and easy Chicken Lo Mein recipe that’s better than takeout, made with tender chicken, lo mein noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce—all ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

  • 1 carrot, julienned

  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup shredded cabbage

  • ½ cup mushrooms (optional)

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

  • 2 green onions, sliced

  • 1 tsp sesame oil (plus more for finishing)

For the Marinade

  • 1 tsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp cornstarch

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

For the Sauce

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  • Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with sesame oil.

  • Marinate chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Set aside.

  • Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large pan. Stir-fry chicken until cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  • Add another tbsp of oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds. Add vegetables and stir-fry until crisp-tender.

  • Return chicken to pan, add noodles and sauce. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.

  • Finish with green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Substitute shrimp, beef, or tofu for chicken.

  • Use any vegetables on hand: broccoli, snap peas, baby corn.

  • Store leftovers up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of water.

  • Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat.

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