Crock Pot Chicken Lo Mein

This Crock Pot Chicken Lo Mein is a savory and saucy recipe, which uses boneless chicken thighs and lo mein noodles. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Chicken Lo Mein Ingredients

SAUCE

• 1/3 cup light soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp dark soy sauce
• 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp sambal oelek (ground fresh chile paste)
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• Drizzle of sriracha sauce

LO MEIN

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup snow peas
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 5 oz can sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 1 lb dried lo mein noodles
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• Sliced green onions, for garnish

How To Make Crock Pot Chicken Lo Mein

1. Add chicken and sauce: Place chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients and pour over the chicken.
2. Slow cook the chicken: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, or on HIGH for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.
3. Shred the chicken: Remove chicken, shred using two forks, then return it to the slow cooker along with the sauce.
4. Add vegetables: Stir in broccoli, snow peas, carrots, bell pepper, and water chestnuts. Cover and cook on HIGH for about 15 minutes or until vegetables are just tender.
5. Cook and add noodles: While vegetables cook, boil and drain lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Add noodles to the slow cooker and mix everything well.
6. Garnish and serve: Top with sesame seeds and green onions before serving, if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?
  Yes, but thighs stay more tender and juicy after slow cooking.
• How to keep noodles from getting mushy:
  Cook noodles separately and add them right before serving to maintain texture.
• What can I use instead of lo mein noodles?
  Spaghetti or linguine noodles work in a pinch.
• How to make it spicier:
  Increase the sambal oelek or add extra sriracha to boost the heat.
• Can I add more vegetables?
  Yes! Mushrooms, baby corn, or bok choy are great additions.

What To Serve With Chicken Lo Mein

This hearty noodle dish is satisfying on its own but pairs well with:

• Egg rolls or spring rolls
• Hot and sour soup
• Steamed dumplings
• Cucumber salad with rice vinegar
• Asian slaw

How To Store Chicken Lo Mein

Refrigerate:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.

Freeze:
Freeze the chicken and vegetable mixture without the noodles. Thaw and reheat, then stir in freshly cooked noodles before serving.

Chicken Lo Mein Nutrition Facts

• Calories: ~580
• Fat: ~18g
• Saturated Fat: ~4g
• Cholesterol: ~120mg
• Sodium: ~950mg
• Carbohydrates: ~65g
• Fiber: ~6g
• Sugar: ~10g
• Protein: ~35g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use frozen vegetables in this recipe?
Yes, just add them during the last 15 minutes of cooking as you would fresh veggies.

Why are my noodles clumping?
Be sure to rinse cooked noodles with cold water and toss with a little sesame oil before mixing in.

Can I prep this ahead of time?
Yes, mix the sauce and prep vegetables the night before for easier morning setup.

Is this recipe gluten-free?
It can be if you use gluten-free soy sauce, oyster sauce, and noodles.

What’s a good substitute for oyster sauce?
Use hoisin sauce or a mix of soy sauce and a little brown sugar.

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