Savory Chicken & Vegetable Lo Mein
This delightful Savory Chicken & Vegetable Lo Mein is a delicious homage to P F Chang's famous dish. Dive into a medley of wok-seared egg noodles or spaghetti tossed with tender chicken, vibrant seasonal vegetables, and an umami-rich soy sauce blend. Perfect as a satisfying lunch or snack, this dish is simple to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a favorite for family dinners or casual gatherings.
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Servings
300
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Hokkien noodles or spaghetti
1 lb (Cooked according to package directions)
Chicken broth
3/4 cup (Ready to use)
Soy sauce
1/2 cup (Ready to use)
Sugar
2 teaspoons (Ready to use)
Peanut oil
2 tablespoons (Ready to use)
Boneless skinless chicken breasts or flank steak
4 (Thinly sliced)
Scallions
8 (Thinly sliced)
Carrots
2 (Sliced diagonally)
Fresh mushrooms
1/2 lb (Sliced)
Fresh snow peas
1/2 lb (Trimmed)
Instructions
1
Cook the hokkien noodles or spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and place them in a large serving bowl, keeping them warm.
2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, and sugar until well combined. Set this sauce mixture aside.
3
Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Once hot, add the thinly sliced chicken breasts (or flank steak), stirring constantly until fully cooked and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes.
4
Add the sliced scallions, diagonal carrot pieces, sliced mushrooms, and trimmed snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry these vegetables with the cooked chicken for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they are vibrant and crisp-tender.
5
Pour the prepared chicken broth mixture over the stir-fried ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld for an additional minute.
6
Thoroughly toss the cooked noodles into the skillet with the chicken and vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated with the sauce before serving.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
35g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Chicken & Vegetable Lo Mein?
It is a wok-seared dish featuring egg noodles or spaghetti tossed with chicken, seasonal vegetables, and an umami-rich soy sauce blend.
Is this recipe inspired by any restaurant?
Yes, this dish is a delicious homage to P F Chang's famous lo mein.
What types of noodles can I use?
You can use either hokkien noodles or spaghetti for this recipe.
Can I substitute the chicken with another protein?
Yes, the recipe suggests flank steak as an alternative to chicken breasts.
What ingredients are in the lo mein sauce?
The sauce is made from a blend of chicken broth, soy sauce, and sugar.
What is the best oil to use for this stir-fry?
Peanut oil is recommended for its high heat tolerance and flavor.
How many calories are in this dish?
There are 300 calories per serving.
What is the protein content of this recipe?
This dish contains 20g of protein.
How much fat is in one serving?
This recipe contains 5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in the lo mein?
There are 35g of carbohydrates per serving.
Which vegetables are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for scallions, carrots, mushrooms, and snow peas.
How should I prepare the carrots?
The 2 carrots should be sliced diagonally.
How many scallions do I need?
You will need 8 scallions, which should be thinly sliced.
What kind of mushrooms should I buy?
The recipe requires 1/2 lb of fresh mushrooms, sliced.
Do the snow peas need any preparation?
Yes, you should use 1/2 lb of fresh snow peas that have been trimmed.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
First, cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and keep them warm.
At what heat should I cook the stir-fry?
The chicken and vegetables should be stir-fried over high heat.
How long does it take to cook the chicken?
The chicken should be stirred constantly for about 5 to 7 minutes until no pink remains.
How long should the vegetables be stir-fried?
Stir-fry the vegetables with the cooked chicken for 3 to 5 minutes.
What texture should the vegetables have?
The vegetables should be vibrant and crisp-tender.
How much chicken broth is required?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of chicken broth.
How much soy sauce is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of soy sauce.
Is there any sugar in the recipe?
Yes, 2 teaspoons of sugar are used to balance the sauce.
When do I add the noodles to the wok?
Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet after the sauce and stir-fry ingredients have melded for one minute.
How many main ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in this dish.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and a weeknight dinner favorite.
Can this dish be served as a snack?
Yes, the description mentions it is perfect as a satisfying lunch or snack.
What is the preparation for the chicken breasts?
The 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts should be thinly sliced.
What is the final step of the recipe?
The final step is to thoroughly toss the noodles to ensure everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
Does this recipe include any Asian cuisine tags?
Yes, it is tagged with lo mein, p f chang's, asian cuisine, and stir fry.