Gluten-Free Chicken Lo Mein
A cozy, quick, and flavorful dish featuring gluten-free noodles, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables, all brought together with a savory homemade sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 oz gluten-free lo mein or rice noodles Cooked to package directions and drained
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast Thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger Minced
- 1 small onion Sliced
- 1 cup sliced carrots (matchstick or baby carrots)
- 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
- 3 scallions sliced On the diagonal
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp gluten-free tamari
- 2 tbsp gluten-free hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch Mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- sesame seeds To finish
- lime A squeeze to finish
Instructions
Preparation
- Prep everything first (mise en place). Combine tamari, hoisin, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and sesame oil in a bowl. Set aside. Toss the cooked noodles with a teaspoon of oil so they don’t stick.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add 1 tbsp neutral oil and sear chicken in a single layer until lightly browned and just cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
Stir-frying Vegetables
- Add the remaining oil to the wok.
- Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
- Add onion and carrots. Toss for 2 minutes.
- Add snap peas and cook another minute — vegetables should be bright and slightly crisp.
Combine and Serve
- Return the chicken to the wok, pour the sauce over everything, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the noodles and toss vigorously to coat and heat through.
- Finish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with a lime wedge.
Notes
For more easy, healthful meal ideas you can make alongside your seasonal baking, check out energizing easy 200-calorie gluten-free smoothie bowls recipe for a light breakfast the next day. Taste and adjust: Saltiness varies by tamari brand; taste the sauce before adding to the wok. Don’t skip resting: Let cooked chicken rest a few minutes; it keeps juices locked in. Use fresh aromatics: Fresh ginger and garlic elevate the flavor more than powders.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g
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