15 Minute Sesame Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
A fast and flavorful lo mein dish featuring ground chicken, sesame, garlic, and crisp veggies all ready in under 15 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Small, for sauce
- 1 Large skillet or wok
- 1 Pot for boiling noodles
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound dry lo mein or spaghetti
- ½ cup tamari or soy sauce
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 6 cloves garlic sliced or chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- black pepper to taste
- 3 cups mixed stir fry veggies carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli
- ¼ cup fresh basil baby leaves and chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix tamari/soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil with ¼ cup water.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter.
- Add ground chicken and brown for 5–7 minutes, breaking it up.
- Add garlic and chili flakes, cook for 1–2 more minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook until just tender, 3–5 minutes.
- Pour in the sauce and bring to a low simmer.
- Add the noodles and toss to coat. Heat for 2–3 minutes. Season with black pepper and serve hot topped with sesame seeds and herbs.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for later. Reheat with a splash of broth to revive flavors. You can also swap in ground turkey or pork.