Chicken Lo Mein
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
336 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Chicken Lo Mein
Description
Chicken Lo Mein centers on thinly sliced chicken breast cooked in vegetable oil until golden, then set aside. The fresh egg noodles are combined in the pan with sautéed onions, carrots, celery, and shredded cabbage, providing a range of textures from soft to crisp. Minced garlic adds aromatic depth. The dish is seasoned with a sauce made from chicken broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil, thickened with cornstarch to coat the noodles and vegetables evenly. The final garnish of sliced green onions adds freshness and mild bite.
The flavor profile is savory and lightly sweet from the hoisin, with the soy sauce lending saltiness and the sesame oil adding a nuttiness. The noodles absorb the sauce, becoming tender yet not mushy, while the vegetables retain some crunch, making a balanced stir-fry. This method keeps ingredients layered rather than overcooked.
Chicken Lo Mein is a versatile dish suitable for a weeknight dinner. It can be served as a main course on its own or alongside light soups or steamed vegetables. The recipe's layered cooking technique results in distinct flavors and textures, making it a satisfying preparation suitable for home cooks seeking a classic takeout style meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3/4 pound chicken breast cut into thin slices, boneless skinless
- 10 ounces fresh egg noodles pre-cooked
- 1/2 cup yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup carrot shredded or julienned
- 1/4 cup celery thinly sliced
- 1 cup cabbage shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup green onion only the dark green part, sliced tops
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
- Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan. Add the onions, carrots, celery and cabbage to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes or until just softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the noodles to the pan, along with the chicken. Toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil and cornstarch.
- Pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 1 minute or until sauce is thickened. Sprinkle with green onions, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 336kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 706mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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