Description

This Honey Pepper Chicken Lo Mein & Steamed Rice is a delicious fusion of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Juicy chicken is coated in a honey-pepper glaze, stir-fried with vibrant vegetables, and tossed with tender lo mein noodles. Paired with fluffy steamed rice, this dish brings the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, making it a crowd-pleaser for any meal. It’s easy to make and packed with restaurant-quality flavors right at home!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Honey Pepper Chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger

For the Lo Mein:

8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Steamed Rice:

1 cup jasmine rice
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prepare the Rice:
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Cook the Lo Mein Noodles:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Toss chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, stirring for 1 minute.
- Pour in soy sauce, honey, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables & Assemble the Lo Mein:
- In the same pan, add a little more oil and stir-fry broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add cooked noodles, soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together.
- Stir in the honey pepper chicken and mix well.
Serve:
- Plate the honey pepper chicken lo mein alongside the steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Protein Swap: Use shrimp, tofu, or beef instead of chicken for variety.
Make it Spicier: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add mushrooms, snow peas, or bok choy.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: ~550 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 72g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken, Lo Mein, Asian Stir Fry, Sweet and Spicy Chicken, Easy Lo Mein, Homemade Takeout, Chinese Noodles, Steamed Rice