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Garlic Chicken Lo Mein – A Savory 30-Minute Stir-Fry

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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.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced

  • 8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)

  • 45 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

Instructions

  • 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.

Notes

Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days. Add chili sauce or swap veggies to taste.