Chicken Lo Mein
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
479 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Asian
Chicken Lo Mein
Description
Chicken Lo Mein uses thin slices of chicken breast that are velveted with egg whites and cornstarch for a tender texture, briefly blanched, then quickly pan-fried to develop color. The noodles are cooked just before al dente to maintain texture once combined. The sauce blends tamari or soy alternatives with ginger, honey, and sriracha to add warmth and mild sweetness with a kick. Stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers and broccoli provide crispness and freshness. This layering of textures and flavors creates a balanced noodle dish true to the name.
The recipe is ideal for serving as a main course or a family-style dish, pairing well with simple sides or as part of a larger meal. The ingredients list allows for slight variations in noodles or sauce base depending on dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lo mein egg noodles (spaghetti, soba noodles or gluten-free noodles)
- ⅓ cup tamari reduced-sodium soy sauce, or coconut aminos, reduced-sodium
- 1 pound chicken breast thin sliced, boneless, skinless
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated fresh
- 1 large egg or 3 tablespoons whisked, white
- 1 tablespoon honey (or pure maple syrup (or sugar-free))
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons sriracha (or to taste, plus more for serving if desired)
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil divided, toasted
- ½ tablespoon avocado oil
- 6 green onions (thinly sliced, divided)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 bell pepper seeded and thinly sliced (i like using red and yellow
- 2 cups broccoli chopped, florets
Instructions
- Cut chicken breast, against the grain, at a diagonal to form ⅛-inch slices. Add into a medium bowl with egg whites, starch, and salt. Stir to combine and distribute. Place in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- While you wait for the chicken, whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside. Prep the remaining ingredients.
- Fill a medium pot of water and bring it to a boil. Add the chicken slices to the pot and stir gently. Blanch for about 10 seconds, then drain immediately.
- Meanwhile fill a large pot with water and salt and bring to a boil. Cook the noodles until just shy of al dente and drain. You want the noodles to be a little under-cooked.
- Heat a wok or large deep skillet over medium-high heat and add ½ tablespoon of the avocado oil. Add velveted chicken breast slices and cook for 1 to 2 minutes each side until cooked and golden around edges. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining ½ tablespoon of sesame oil, ½ cup green onions and garlic, sauté over medium for 30 seconds, until fragrant, stirring often. Add bell peppers and broccoli and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Add the noodles, chicken and sauce to the skillet and toss with the vegetables. Taste and season with more salt if needed. Divide the lo mein into four bowls and garnish with green onions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 479 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1¾ cups | |
| Calories | 479kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 56.5g | 19% |
| Protein | 39.5g | 79% |
| Fat | 11.5g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 1770.5mg | 74% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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