15 Minute Sesame Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
Ingredients
- 1 lbdry lo mein or spaghetti
- ½ ctamari/soy sauce
- ¼ choisin sauce
- 2 tbsptoasted sesame oil
- 2 tbspsalted butter
- 1 lbground chicken
- 6 clovesgarlic
sliced or chopped
- 1 tspchili flakes
- black pepper
- 3 cmixed stir fry veggies)
(carrots/zucchini/bell peppers/broccoli
- ¼ cfresh basil baby leaves and chopped green onions
- 2 tbsptoasted sesame seeds
Directions
- 1
1. Cook the noodles according to package directions. 2. Combine the tamari/soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and 1/4 cup water in a bowl. 3. Cook the chicken, garlic, and chili flakes with butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season with black pepper. Add the mixed stir fry veggies and cook another 2-3 minutes. Pour in the sauce. Bring to a low simmer. Add the noodles and cook until the sauce coats the chicken and noodles.4. Serve the noodles warm, topped with sesame seeds, baby basil leaves, and chopped green onions.
15 Minute Sesame Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
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About this Recipe
Craving a satisfying, flavor-packed meal that's faster than delivery? Our 15 Minute Sesame Garlic Chicken Lo Mein brings that beloved takeout experience right to your kitchen, ready in a flash. This quick and easy recipe delivers authentic, savory flavors that will make it a new weeknight favorite.
This recipe truly lives up to its name, delivering incredibly flavorful lo mein in just 15 minutes by leveraging ground chicken for quick cooking and a vibrant garlic hoisin sauce that coats every strand of noodle and vegetable. The magic lies in how quickly all the elements come together, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes without fuss.
You'll be greeted by a symphony of savory, umami-rich flavors from the tamari, hoisin, and toasted sesame oil, all brightened by fresh garlic and a hint of chili flakes. The ground chicken adds a tender, protein-packed bite, perfectly complementing the springy noodles and a medley of colorful stir-fry vegetables like carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, and broccoli. It's a remarkably satisfying main course, designed to feed six, making it ideal for family dinners or a casual gathering.
This versatile dish welcomes your personal touch. While ground chicken is fantastic, you could easily substitute with ground pork or turkey, or even thinly sliced chicken breast if you prefer. Don't hesitate to use your favorite stir-fry vegetables—broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers are called for, but bok choy or snap peas would also be excellent additions. For a milder flavor, you can reduce the chili flakes, or omit them entirely.
This flavorful Lo Mein is a complete meal on its own, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend lunch. Serve it hot, garnished generously with fresh basil, chopped green onions, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra flourish and delightful crunch.