Chicken Lo Mein (Recipe)

lo mein noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles offer more fiber, while spaghetti is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein option, while chicken thighs are generally cheaper than breasts.

Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.

Marinate chicken with Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and salt.

Heat peanut oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.

Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.

Stir in chopped napa cabbage, julienned carrot, and sliced bell pepper; cook until tender.

Add cooked noodles, chicken broth, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar; toss to combine and heat through.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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