Description
This Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory garlic-honey soy sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked noodles for an irresistible meal. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that combines hearty protein and satisfying noodles with a sticky garlic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Noodles and Garnish
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) to create a flavorful sticky sauce.
- Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for a crispy texture when cooked.
- Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sticky garlic sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir well to coat all pieces evenly, then let the sauce simmer and thicken for 2 to 3 minutes, creating a glossy finish.
- Cook the noodles: Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set them aside.
- Combine noodles and chicken: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky garlic chicken. Toss everything together to combine well and warm through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top just before serving for added flavor and a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red chili flakes or add a dash of sriracha sauce.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breast for a juicier dish.
- Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- The dish can be served with steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: sticky garlic chicken noodles, chicken stir fry, garlic honey chicken, quick chicken noodles, Asian noodle recipe
