Garlic Chicken Lo Mein Delight
A delightful dish filled with juicy chicken, tender vegetables, and mouthwatering noodles enveloped in a sumptuous sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced Boasting a juicy, tender bite
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce Enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil For aromatic touch
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Guarantees a velvety texture
- 2 cloves minced garlic Adds flavor
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger Infuses dish with flavor
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce For the sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons oyster sauce Adds umami flavor
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce For sweetness
- 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth To ensure a smooth sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar Adds acidity
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar To balance flavors
- to taste optional chili garlic sauce For added heat
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti Perfectly cooked to hold sauce
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil For cooking
- 3 cloves minced garlic Adds flavor during cooking
- 1 piece red bell pepper, thinly sliced For color and crunch
- 1 large carrot, julienned Adds sweetness and texture
- 1 cup trimmed snow peas For added crunch
- 1 scallions, sliced (whites and greens separated) Adds freshness
- to taste sesame oil For finishing
- to taste sesame seeds Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Toss the sliced chicken in a mixing bowl with soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and drizzle with a little sesame oil.
- Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Cooking
- Heat neutral oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until fully cooked and browned, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- In the same wok, stir-fry minced garlic, bell pepper, carrot, snow peas, and scallion whites for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the wok, add the noodles and sauce, and toss together until heated through and glossy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, sprinkle scallion greens, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, consider using marinated chicken. Adjust chili garlic sauce for spice level. Experiment with seasonal vegetables. Prep all ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking.