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Chicken Lo Mein Recipe

A quick and satisfying homemade Chicken Lo Mein Recipe made with tender chicken breast, lo mein noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savory soy sesame sauce. Ready in 30 minutes and better than takeout.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into thin strips against the grain
  • 8 oz lo mein noodles fresh preferred, dried works well too
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper any color, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots julienned
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce plus more to taste
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil toasted sesame oil recommended
  • 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil vegetable or avocado oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Slice the chicken breasts into thin even strips against the grain. Thinly slice the bell pepper and julienne the carrots so all ingredients cook evenly.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water immediately to stop cooking. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken strips in a single layer. Saute for 5 to 7 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through with no pink remaining.
  4. Add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the bell pepper and carrots and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
  5. Add the drained noodles to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together for about 1 minute until the noodles are well coated and heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce if needed.
  6. Serve hot straight from the skillet. Drizzle with extra sesame oil on top for added flavor.

Notes

Rinse noodles under cold water after draining to prevent clumping. For added heat, stir in red pepper flakes or sriracha during the vegetable step. Customize with broccoli, snow peas, or mushrooms. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.