Description
Savor a delightful culinary journey through Chinese-inspired chicken lo mein, where tender noodles dance with crisp vegetables and succulent chicken. Saucy, aromatic strands promise a quick, satisfying meal that whisks you straight to comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 12 oz chicken breast
- 1 lb chicken thighs
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 16 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts and thighs into thin, uniform strips to ensure even cooking and quick heat absorption.
- Prepare all vegetables by julienning cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and green onions, creating a colorful and textured vegetable medley.
- Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, white pepper, sugar, and chicken broth in a small bowl to create a robust, aromatic marinade.
- Marinate chicken strips in half of the prepared sauce mixture for 15 minutes at room temperature, allowing flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until it shimmers and nearly smokes, indicating optimal cooking temperature.
- Quickly stir-fry marinated chicken strips for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, then transfer to a separate plate.
- In the same wok, rapidly sauté mixed vegetables for 2-3 minutes, maintaining their crisp texture and vibrant colors.
- Add lo mein noodles to the wok, tossing with remaining sauce and incorporating cooked chicken and vegetables.
- Continue stirring and tossing for an additional 2 minutes to ensure even heat distribution and complete flavor melding.
- Garnish with reserved green onions and serve immediately while piping hot, capturing the dish’s dynamic textures and intense flavors.
Notes
- Slice chicken uniformly to guarantee consistent cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Prep vegetables ahead of time to streamline cooking process and maintain crisp texture during quick stir-frying.
- Consider using low-sodium soy sauce for health-conscious diners or those monitoring salt intake.
- Experiment with protein alternatives like tofu, shrimp, or beef for diverse dietary preferences and flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 74 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg