One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein

Introduction

One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein is the ultimate weeknight dinner hero—savory, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup. Packed with flavorful chicken, tender veggies, and toothsome noodles all in a single pot, it delivers authentic takeout vibes without the fuss or grease. If you love rich soy sauce notes, a variety of textures, and convenience rolled into one, this recipe will become your new go-to.

Why This One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein Works

This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your home kitchen in record time. By cooking everything in one pot, the noodles soak up the deeply savory sauce while the chicken remains juicy and the vegetables crisp. The real magic? One-pot cooking means fewer dishes—perfect for busy nights or anyone craving bold flavors with effortless execution.

Essential Vegetable Prep Made Easy

Chopping a bounty of colorful vegetables is key to Lo Mein, but it doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to quickly dice bell peppers, carrots, and onions into uniform pieces. This not only speeds things up but ensures everything cooks evenly for perfect texture in every forkful.

Cooking the Ultimate Lo Mein in a Single Pot

Start your One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein by sautéing your chicken pieces until lightly golden. Add aromatics like garlic and ginger, then toss in your prepped veggies. Once fragrant, stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of sesame oil before adding the uncooked noodles and broth. Keeping everything in one pot means the noodles absorb every layer of flavor, making every bite rich and delicious.

For perfect sauteing and even heat distribution, reach for a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, offering the room and nonstick surface needed for stir-fries and quick simmers.

Serving & Storing Tips for Maximum Freshness

Serve this dish steaming hot, straight from the pan, with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and a drizzle of sesame seeds. Any leftovers? Portion into airtight containers like the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for a grab-and-go lunch that reheats beautifully.

For an extra pro tip, practice mise en place by prepping all your ingredients on Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3 before starting to cook. This keeps your workflow smooth, helps avoid overcooking, and minimizes last-minute scrambling.

Nutrition & Portions

This One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein recipe serves 4 generous portions. Each serving contains approximately 420–480 calories, mostly from lean protein and slow-digesting carbs, making it a balanced and satisfying meal. Feel free to amp up the veggie content for even more nutritional value.

One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein (Recap)

This one-pot meal blends savory chicken, crisp vegetables, and chewy noodles in a luscious sauce. Its minimal cleanup and mouthwatering flavor make it a standout dish, ideal for impressing guests or elevating your usual weeknight menu.

Instructions

1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and cornstarch. Let sit for 5 minutes while prepping veggies.
2. Chop your bell pepper, carrot, and green onion quickly and safely using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for speed and uniformity.
3. Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil, then the marinated chicken. Sauté until just golden, then transfer to a plate.
4. Add a little more oil if needed, then stir in garlic, ginger, and all your prepped vegetables. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still vibrant.
5. Return chicken to the pan. Add in dried lo mein noodles, chicken broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Press noodles down gently to submerge. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes, until noodles are al dente and liquid is mostly absorbed.
6. Toss in green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with extra green onions and sesame seeds.
7. Divide among bowls, or store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for easy meal prep.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Total Time: 28 minutes

Summary

One-Pot Chicken Lo Mein transforms classic takeout into an easy, flavorful, and wholesome dinner that will please even picky eaters. With fast vegetable prep, straightforward cooking, and virtually no cleanup, it’s the kind of meal you’ll be tempted to make every night!