Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
Garlic Chicken Lo Mein is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of Chinese cuisine right into your kitchen. It’s a quick stir-fry meal filled with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and flavorful noodles. This dish is perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual gathering with friends and family.
Why Make This Recipe
Making Garlic Chicken Lo Mein at home is not only fun, but it also allows you to control the ingredients and flavors. You can customize it to your taste preferences, making it healthier by adding more vegetables or adjusting the amount of sauce. Plus, it’s a one-pan meal that requires minimal cleanup, making it a perfect choice for any home cook.
How to Make Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
Ingredients:
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup snap peas
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Directions:
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until it’s golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining sesame oil. Stir-fry the minced garlic for 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken to the pan along with the cooked noodles.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper (if using). Pour this sauce over the stir-fry and toss everything together to coat evenly.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until everything is heated through and coated in sauce.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
How to Serve Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
Garlic Chicken Lo Mein is best served hot, right after cooking. You can place it in a large serving bowl and let everyone help themselves. Pair it with some steamed rice or other Asian dishes like dumplings or spring rolls for a more complete meal.
How to Store Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in the microwave or in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to keep them moist.
Tips to Make Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
- Prep Ingredients First: Have all your ingredients chopped and ready to go before you start cooking. Stir-frying goes quickly!
- Adjust Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms based on what you enjoy or have on hand.
- Make it Spicy: If you like spice, increase the amount of crushed red pepper or add some sriracha to the sauce mixture.
Variation
For a vegetarian version, you can replace the chicken with tofu or just use more vegetables. You can also experiment with different types of noodles like rice noodles or soba noodles.
FAQs
1. Can I use other types of meat?
Yes! You can substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or even a mix of your favorite proteins.
2. Is this recipe gluten-free?
To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and ensure the noodles are gluten-free.
3. Can I prepare this dish in advance?
While it’s best fresh, you can prep the ingredients a day before and store them separately in the fridge. Just cook the dish when you’re ready to eat!
Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Description
A delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of Chinese cuisine into your kitchen with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and flavorful noodles.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup snap peas
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining sesame oil. Stir-fry the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken to the pan along with the cooked noodles.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper (if using). Pour this sauce over the stir-fry and toss everything together to coat evenly.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until everything is heated through and coated in sauce.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with other vegetables or proteins as desired. Best served hot right after cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Garlic Chicken, Lo Mein, Chinese Noodles, Stir Fry, Quick Dinner