Step-by-step overview
Making Chicken Lo Mein is a straightforward affair, even for beginner home cooks. The process involves a few key steps, which will take you from prepping your ingredients to dining on this delightful dish in no time. Here’s the breakdown:
Whisk together your flavorful sauce.
Prepare your vegetables and chicken, ensuring uniform cuts for even cooking.
Sauté the chicken until golden, then set it aside.
Cook the veggies in the same pan to absorb those delicious drippings.
Combine everything, pour in the sauce, and toss with the noodles before serving.
What you’ll need
Ingredients
1/3 cup chicken broth
4 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp sesame oil
8 oz noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
1 tbsp oil (olive, avocado, or sesame oil)
1 lb chicken, sliced into strips
2 large carrots, sliced into 2-inch pieces
1 large onion, sliced into 2-inch pieces
2 cups broccoli florets
4 garlic cloves, minced
Tip: Feel free to substitute the veggies based on your preferences or what you have on hand. Bell peppers, snap peas, or even spinach would work wonderfully!
Step-by-step instructions
Directions to follow
In a bowl, whisk the brown sugar into the chicken broth until dissolved. Add soy sauce and sesame oil, and set aside.
Slice the carrots, onion, and broccoli into 2-inch pieces. Cut the chicken into similar-sized strips.
Preheat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add your choice of oil. Once hot, add the chicken and sauté until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same wok, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the onions in the chicken drippings until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
