This Garlic Chicken Lo Mein is a quick stir-fry of tender noodles, juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a bold garlic sauce—all ready in under 30 minutes for a cozy, takeout-style dinner at home.
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
4–5 garlic cloves, minced
1 small carrot, julienned
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup snow peas
2 scallions, sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
Marinade: 1 tsp soy sauce, ½ tsp cornstarch, ½ tsp sesame oil
Sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp cornstarch
Optional: 1 tsp rice vinegar, ½ tsp chili garlic sauce
Whisk sauce ingredients and set aside.
Cook noodles per package directions. Rinse, drain, toss with a little sesame oil.
Marinate chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok, stir-fry chicken until golden. Remove.
Add remaining oil and garlic. Cook 30 seconds. Add vegetables and stir-fry 2–3 mins.
Return chicken, add noodles, and pour in sauce.
Toss everything for 1–2 mins until coated and heated through.
Serve hot, garnished with scallions and sesame oil.
Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days. Add chili sauce or swap veggies to taste.