How to Make an EASY 1 Pot Top Ramen Chicken Lo Mein Recipe that rivals Takeout!

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.

Prep 1.5 pounds of chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, a pinch of sugar, 2 tablespoons baking powder, and 0.5 egg white. Season with salt and pepper, stir, and set aside.

Make the sauce by mixing 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 0.25 teaspoon sesame oil, 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 0.5 teaspoon chili powder, less than 0.25 teaspoon hot sauce, 1.5 teaspoons corn starch, 0.5 teaspoon peanut butter, 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce. Mix well.

In a pan, heat 0.25 teaspoon sesame oil and add the chicken. Brown the chicken and add a little more soy sauce.

Add ginger, garlic, and a little bit of homemade chicken broth to the chicken.

Add vegetables: broccoli, red pepper, celery, and the tops of green onions. Stir and add more sauce if needed.

Add mushrooms last and pour the sauce over the mixture. Stir everything together and let it simmer.

Add 2 packs of ramen noodles, breaking them up with fingers if necessary. Cover and let cook until done.

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