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comforting soft noodle dish

Comforting Chicken Lo Mein

This homemade Chicken Lo Mein combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and soft noodles in a rich savory sauce. Ready faster than delivery, this versatile dish features the perfect balance of silky noodles against crunchy vegetables for a satisfying meal that won't leave you feeling heavy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 pound rice noodles or fine egg noodles
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons oil
  • 1/4 pound cooked chicken cut into shreds
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup cabbage chopped
  • 2 stalks celery cut into shreds
  • 6 mushrooms cut into shreds
  • 2 ounces fresh snow peas cut to bite-size
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • salt to taste
  • 3/8 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice noodles or fine egg noodles according to package instructions (typically 4-6 minutes for rice noodles or 8-10 minutes for egg noodles in salted boiling water).
  2. Rinse the cooked noodles in cold water and drain thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  3. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet until shimmering. Add the shredded cooked chicken and sauté for about 2 minutes to warm through.
  4. Add the celery, mushrooms, cabbage, snow peas, and bean sprouts. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock, stir well, then cover and reduce heat. Let simmer for 10 minutes to allow the vegetables to release their flavors.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, water, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce until completely smooth.
  7. Stir the sauce mixture into the simmering chicken and vegetables. It will thicken as it heats.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Gently fold in the cooked noodles until they're warmed through and thoroughly coated with sauce.

Notes

This lo mein is incredibly versatile - feel free to substitute any vegetables you have on hand. Broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots all work wonderfully. For protein variations, try using beef, shrimp, or tofu instead of chicken.
For a spicier version, add sriracha or chili oil to taste. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully in a skillet with a splash of water.
Serve with spring rolls or dumplings for a complete meal that rivals takeout.