Description
This Chicken Spaghetti Lo Mein is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken, spaghetti noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory umami-packed sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this homemade version of takeout lo mein is easy to make, budget-friendly, and customizable to your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 8 oz spaghetti noodles (or lo mein noodles)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tsp water
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions, drain, and toss with sesame oil.
- Marinate the chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch for 5 minutes.
- Stir-fry the chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown, then set aside.
- Sauté garlic and ginger, then add vegetables and stir-fry until tender.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing all ingredients and pouring over the vegetables.
- Add the chicken and noodles, toss everything together until coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, then serve hot!
Notes
- Swap spaghetti with lo mein noodles for a more authentic texture.
- Adjust spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- Make it gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired