Instant Pot "Better Than Takeout" Chicken Lo Mein
Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea? Try this delicious Instant Pot Chicken Lo Mein recipe that is sure to satisfy your cravings. With tender chicken, savory vegetables, and flavorful noodles, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Plus, it's made in the instant pot for a fast and convenient meal that the whole family will love.
Servings: 6
Calories: 275kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil *or sesame oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced *boneless chicken thighs work too
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 lb spaghetti noodles, broken in half
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup carrots, matchsticks
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- sesame seeds, optional
Instructions
- Add the vegetable oil, diced raw chicken, minced garlic, chicken broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and uncooked spaghetti noodles to your instant pot. *Ensure the noodles are as submerged in the liquid as you can get them
- Place lid on Instant Pot and ensure valve at top is in sealing position.
- Cook manual high pressure for 4 minutes, followed by a quick release.
- In a small bowl, combine the water and cornstarch.
- Pour mixture into Instant Pot and stir to incorporate/break up pasta.
- Add in the carrots and red peppers and place lid back onto Instant Pot to allow to "rest" for about 10 minutes.
- Remove lid and stir in the green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve and enjoy! *You can also drizzle sriracha sauce on top if you want to add an extra kick
Nutrition
Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 814mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4291IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg
