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🍜Garlic Chicken Lo Mein (Better-Than-Takeout!)
🛒Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
For the Sauce:
For the Noodles & Veggies:
👩🍳Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
Step 3: Make the Sauce
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
Step 5: Stir-Fry the Veggies
Step 6: Combine Everything
🌟Serve Hot
❓Q&A Section
Q1: Can I use spaghetti instead of lo mein noodles?
Q2: How do I make it spicy?
Q3: Can I substitute the chicken?
Q4: How do I prevent sticky noodles?
Q5: Can I make this ahead?
Q6: Can I freeze it?
🍜 Garlic Chicken Lo Mein (Better-Than-Takeout!)
Savory, garlicky noodles tossed with juicy chicken and crisp vegetables in a rich soy-based sauce.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
½ tsp black pepper
For the Sauce:
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp chicken broth (or water)
For the Noodles & Veggies:
8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
1 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup carrots (julienned)
1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
1 cup cabbage (shredded)
½ cup green onions (chopped)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
Boil noodles according to package instructions.
Drain and toss lightly with a few drops of oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
Toss sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and pepper.
Let sit for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and broth. Set aside.
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Remove and set aside.
Step 5: Stir-Fry the Veggies
In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed.
Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds (don’t burn).
Add carrots, bell peppers, and cabbage.
Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 6: Combine Everything
Return chicken to pan.
Add cooked noodles.
Pour in sauce.
Toss well and cook 2–3 minutes until everything is coated and heated through.
Stir in green onions.
🌟 Serve Hot
Garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds.
❓ Q&A Section
Q1: Can I use spaghetti instead of lo mein noodles?
Yes! Regular spaghetti works great—cook just until al dente.
Q2: How do I make it spicy?
Add chili flakes, sriracha, or chili garlic sauce to the sauce mixture.
Q3: Can I substitute the chicken?
Absolutely! Try shrimp, beef strips, tofu, or mushrooms.
Q4: How do I prevent sticky noodles?
Toss drained noodles with a small amount of oil and avoid overcooking.
Q5: Can I make this ahead?
Yes. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or broth.
Q6: Can I freeze it?
You can, but texture may soften slightly. Best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated.
