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Garlic Chicken Lo Mein

Garlic Chicken Lo Mein: A Healthier Takeout Favorite at Home

This Garlic Chicken Lo Mein is a healthier takeout alternative, packed with flavors and customizable ingredients for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Lo Mein Noodles can substitute with spaghetti, udon, or rice noodles
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Chicken thinly sliced, can be swapped for shrimp, beef, pork, tofu, or mushrooms
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers can mix with carrots or snap peas
  • 1 cup Carrots slice them thinly
  • 1 cup Snap Peas frozen options work too, thaw and drain
For Flavoring
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is best
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tbsp Hoisin Sauce ensure gluten-free if needed
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil vegetable or sesame oil
For Garnish
  • 1 bunch Green Onions can substitute with chives

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet or wok
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and minced garlic. Whisk them together until smooth and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the lo mein noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 3-4 minutes. Drain and toss with a splash of oil.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat over medium-high. Swirl the oil around the pan to coat.
  4. Add the thinly sliced chicken to the hot pan, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Toss in bell peppers and snap peas, stirring for about 2-3 minutes until tender.
  6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well. Add the cooked lo mein noodles and mix thoroughly.
  7. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes over medium heat until heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of water or oil.

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