Description
A savory and satisfying dish that features tender chicken and crisp vegetables tossed with lo mein noodles in a fragrant, garlicky sauce. This stir-fry delivers a perfect balance of savory, slightly sweet, and umami flavors, making it an ideal weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Marinade:
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional, for added sweetness)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (dissolved in a little water)
For the Vegetables & Noodles:
• 8 oz lo mein or spaghetti noodles, cooked and drained
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
For Garnish:
• Toasted sesame seeds
• Extra sliced green onions
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes. -
Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, sesame oil, water, and the cornstarch slurry. Set aside. -
Cook the Noodles:
Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cool water, and set aside. -
Stir-Fry the Chicken:
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until it’s cooked through and slightly browned (about 4–5 minutes). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. -
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Add the red bell pepper, carrots, mushrooms, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften but remain crisp. -
Combine & Sauce:
Return the chicken to the pan along with the cooked noodles and green onions. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss everything together. Stir-fry for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce has thickened and evenly coats the ingredients.
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Garnish & Serve:
Remove from heat. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of garlic and ginger according to your taste preference.
- Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like broccoli or baby corn.
- For a spicier kick, add a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes during stir-frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg