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30-Minute Chicken Lo Mein with Spinach

Quick and Easy 30-Minute Chicken Lo Mein with Spinach

A quick and healthy 30-Minute Chicken Lo Mein with Spinach that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (Less Sodium) Consider low-sodium versions for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce Provides sweetness and complexity to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Enhances flavor with a nutty aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the sauce for better cling to the noodles.
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti or Linguine Any long noodle can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking the chicken.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Sliced thin for quick cooking.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is best but can use garlic powder.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Fresh Ginger Offers a zesty, fresh note.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Julienned Carrots Provide sweetness and crunch.
  • 1 cup Snow Peas Add fresh crispness.
  • 4 ounces Fresh Baby Spinach Adds color and nutrition.

Equipment

  • wok
  • Large pot
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth and well combined.
  2. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger, ensuring you have these aromatics ready to go. Slice the chicken breasts thinly and julienne the carrots.
  3. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, cooking until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. In the same wok, add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Stir in the julienned carrots and snow peas, cooking for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  7. Add the reserved noodles, cooked chicken, and baby spinach back into the wok. Pour in the savory sauce and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Transfer the vibrant mixture to serving plates and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 33gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare all ingredients before cooking for a smooth process.

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