Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles
A cozy dish combining tender chicken in a sweet and savory sauce with noodles, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or leisurely weekend meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces You can use either breast or thigh meat.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Pre-minced garlic can be used for convenience.
- 1 tsp grated ginger Pre-minced ginger is an option.
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes Optional for heat.
- 2 tbsp cornstarch To coat the chicken for crispiness.
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For cooking the chicken.
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped For garnish.
- 1 tsp sesame seeds Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if desired).
- Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until even coated.
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g
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