Description
Delicious Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a flavorful honey-soy garlic sauce, perfectly combined with savory noodles and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds. A quick and easy meal with a balance of sweet, savory, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
- 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
1. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) thoroughly to form a flavorful sauce.
2. Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated.
3. Heat the oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the chicken: Add the coated chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked through.
5. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat all pieces. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens and becomes sticky.
6. Cook the noodles: Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set them aside.
7. Combine everything: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky chicken and toss well to evenly distribute the sauce and chicken throughout.
8. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if using) over the top before serving hot.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat; chicken breasts work well for a leaner option.
Red chili flakes are optional; omit them for a milder dish or increase for extra heat.
You can substitute vegetable oil with sesame oil for a nuttier flavor.
Choose rice noodles for a gluten-free option or egg noodles for a richer taste.
Make sure to toss the chicken well in cornstarch for a better crispy coating.
Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or chopped peanuts for additional texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg