Easy Chicken Lo Mein

September 7, 2021 CX3 0 Comments Chicken, Easy, Mein

By: Mariam E. | September 7, 2021This post may contain affiliate links, read my disclosure policy for details

Made in less than 20 minutes, this easy Chicken Lo Mein recipe comes together in a flash! It’s made with delicious noodles, tender chicken tenderloin, various vegetables, and then tossed in a savory Lo Mein sauce. Your family will love this simple but delicious meal.

chicken lo mein on a plate i with a fork

Fresh, healthy, and easy, this chicken Lo Mein recipe tastes just like your take-out favorite but is made in less time and costs way less. You’ll love how the noodles are packed with veggies and how it’s a whole dinner in one pan.

If you’re looking for other easy dinner recipes to make your weeknights easier, you should try my Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon and my Easy Orange Chicken Recipe! Both of these recipes are pretty healthy and can be made in 30 minutes or less, making them perfect for a busy weeknight!

Why You’ll Love This Chicken Lo Mein Recipe

It’s fast and easy. This noodle recipe comes together quickly and easily, making it perfect for a weeknight meal. It’s faster than ordering take-out and heading out to pick it up!
A balanced meal. This easy stir fry recipe has protein-packed chicken pieces, noodles, and a rainbow of veggies. So you have a full meal in one plate!
It’s versatile. Feel free to use up whichever veggies you have that need to be used up in the fridge. Everything goes with these noodles!

What You’ll Need

top down shot of the chicken lo mein ingredients

Chicken tenderloin: you can also use chicken breasts as well.
Lo mein noodles: you can find these at your local grocery store or online!
Vegetable oil: or oil or choice
Carrot: julienned or use carrot sticks
Red bell pepper: I like that red peppers are sweet but you can use yellow or orange bell peppers as well.
Snow peas: if you cannot find snow peas, you can try snap peas.
Yellow onion: julienned. You can also use sweet onions as well.
Sliced cremini: you can also use baby Bella mushrooms as well.
Green onion stalks: chopped into 2-inch sticks. Discard the roots.
Toasted Sesame seeds: for garnishing

Lo Mein Sauce:

For the sauce, you’ll need minced garlic, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, chicken broth, oyster sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and sriracha. Skip the sriracha if you don’t want it to have a spicier kick.

How To Make Chicken Lo Mein

Cook the noodles: Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Do not over cook the noodles.
Combine the sauce ingredients: In a small cup or bowl, mix the marinade ingredients together.
Cut everything: Slice the chicken into julienne strips and set aside. Slice all the vegetables.
Sauté the chicken: Bring a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add in 1 tbsp. of oil and pan sear the chicken until lightly browned and fully cooked. Lightly sprinkle some salt on them while they cook. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside in a bowl. Cover with foil wrap to preserve its moisture.
Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet over high heat, add ½ tbsp. of oil. Sauté the onion, mushroom, bell pepper, snow peas, and carrots together for a couple of minutes to get them a little tender.

sauce poured over the lo mein noodles in a skillet

Combine the ingredients: Add in the marinade sauce and cooked noodles. Mix and cook together for a couple of minutes. Add in the cooked chicken and chopped green onion into the pan. Cook together for another minute with the noodles.

chicken and veggies in a skillet on top of the lo mein noodles

Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds on top then serve immediately.

Tips for making Easy Lo Mein Chicken

Cook your noodles exactly according to the package or you will end up with overcooked noodles and you don’t want that.
Use low sodium soy sauce, to control the salt level.
Slice your veggies and meat into thin and even slices, this gives you a good amount of surface area, allowing for quick and even cooking.
Add some crushed red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
You can try my Beef Lo Mein if you don’t have any chicken.
If you don’t have dark soy sauce, you can use regular soy sauce instead.
If you don’t have oyster sauce, you can use hoisin sauce.

final shot of chicken lo mein in a skillet

FAQs

What are the best noodles to use to make chicken Lo Mein?

If you’re able to find Chinese egg noodles, then they are the noodles you want to go for this in this Chicken Lo Mein recipe. If you can’t find any anywhere near you, you can use thin fettuccini noodles if that’s what you have to hand.

How do I store leftover Chicken Lo Mein?

This Lo Mein recipe will stay good for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Store it in an air-tight container and reheat it in the microwave for another lunch or dinner!

Can I make this vegetarian?

Yes, you can definitely make this a vegetable lo mein. Simply skip the chicken and serve it as is or stir fry some extra firm tofu and serve with the lo mein as a protein option. Or simple add more veggies to make it more filling.

What is the difference between lo mein and chow mein?

The difference between lo mein and chow mein is the sauce. Lo mein is a saucy noodle dish whereas chow mein is a dry noodle dish. Chow mein is also fried and the noodles come out crispy and crunchy.

What other vegetables can I use?

You can try using broccoli, zucchini, boy choy, green beans, edamame, spinach, and more!

What kind of sauce is in lo Mein?

It is a sauce made with minced garlic, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, chicken broth, oyster sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and sriracha, if chose to.

More Lo Mein Recipe Variations:

Shrimp Lo Mein: Cook the shrimp instead of the chicken until almost cooked through. Undercook the shrimp by about 1 minute because they will continue cooking with the noodles.
Beef Lo Mein: Try my delicious Beef Lo Mein recipe.
Vegetable Lo Mein: The easiest of all the varieties, add in your favorite vegetables cooked until just soft but not over cooked and mushy.

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