A quick and flavorful chicken lo mein recipe with tender noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce — ready in 30 minutes!
8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, sliced thin
1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp oil (for cooking)
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned
1 cup mushrooms or snow peas
2 green onions, sliced
Sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp hoisin sauce (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
Marinate chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp cornstarch for 10 minutes.
Cook noodles until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a small bowl, mix sauce ingredients.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet. Stir-fry chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Add remaining oil and stir-fry vegetables for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Add chicken, noodles, and sauce to the pan. Toss well and heat through.
Garnish with green onions and serve hot.