Description
Classic Chinese Chicken Lo Mein is a quick, flavor-packed stir-fry with tender chicken, chewy noodles, and a savory sauce.
Ingredients
8 oz lo mein noodles
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 tbsp cooking oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1 lb chicken thighs or breast, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup julienned carrots
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
2 scallions, chopped
Instructions
1. Cook noodles according to package, rinse and set aside.
2. Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper in a bowl.
3. Heat oil in a wok. Add sliced chicken, cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. In same wok, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
5. Add carrots and bell pepper, stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6. Add cabbage and scallions, stir another 1–2 minutes.
7. Return chicken to pan, add cooked noodles and sauce.
8. Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes until evenly coated.
9. Serve hot with sesame seeds or chili oil if desired.
Notes
Feel free to swap in shrimp, beef, or tofu.
Use spaghetti as a noodle substitute if lo mein noodles aren’t available.
This dish reheats well for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese