Chicken Lo Mein

Chicken lo mein with fresh Chinese egg noodles, tender chicken & tossed in a savory lo mein sauce! This dish is easy to make, and full of flavor. The chicken is incredibly tender, and the ginger, garlic, and soy sauce combine to give it its authentic taste.

Optavia Chicken Lo Mein Recipe

Author: Munjurul Cooking Method:Frying Cuisine:Chinese Courses:Main Recipe Keys: Optavia Recipes

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time:1 hour Rest time:00 minutesTotal time:1 hour 15 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:330 kcal Best Season:Winter

Description

Chicken Lo Mein is easy to make, and full of flavor. The chicken is incredibly tender, and the ginger, garlic, and soy sauce combine to give it its authentic taste. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Ingredients

• 1¾ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp + 2 tsp sesame oil, divided
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tsp peeled and minced fresh ginger root
• 2 scallions, trimmed and sliced with white and green parts separated
• 4 oz. fresh mushrooms (any kind), sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, seeds and membranes removed, sliced
• 3 cups zucchini “noodles”

Instructions

1.  In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, season with black pepper, and cook until the chicken is done (internal temperature 165⁰F). Remove from wok or skillet and set aside.
2.  While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce by combining the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a bowl and whisking together. Set aside.
3. With the same wok or skillet used to cook the chicken, heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil and add the garlic, ginger, and white scallion pieces; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and bell peppers and continue to cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add zucchini “noodles” and toss to combine.
4. Pour in the sauce and add the chicken; cook until zucchini is tender and the mixture is heated through about 3 to 5 minutes.
5.  Garnish with green parts of scallions.

Notes

• The nutrition data for this recipe includes information on the full amount of marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

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