Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
Garlic Chicken Lo Mein is an irresistible stir-fry dish that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and chewy lo mein noodles, all enveloped in a savory garlic sauce. This quick and comforting meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its vibrant flavors and customizable ingredients, Garlic Chicken Lo Mein is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: Slice chicken into thin strips. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add chicken and marinate for 15 minutes.
- 2. Cook the noodles: Boil salted water and cook lo mein noodles as per package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- 3. Sauté the veggies: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté bell peppers and carrots for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 4. Cook the chicken: Add marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked.
- 5. Combine: Toss in cooked noodles along with additional soy sauce and vegetable broth as needed. Mix everything for about 2 minutes.
- 6. Serve: Plate your Garlic Chicken Lo Mein, drizzle with extra sesame oil if desired, and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg