Chow Mein Noodle Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup vegetable broth
• 2 cups cooked chow mein noodles
• 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the ground ginger and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the soy sauce, hoisin sauce and broth and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the chow mein noodles, chicken and green onions and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
7. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
8. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top and bake for 15 minutes.
9. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Chow mein noodles are a type of Chinese egg noodle that are typically fried or steamed.
• Hoisin sauce is a sweet and savory sauce made from soybeans, garlic, chilies and other ingredients.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy weeknight meal.