Description
Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles are a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory garlic sauce, tossed with noodles and garnished for an extra touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) thoroughly to form a flavorful sauce.
- Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated.
- Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- 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.
- Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set them aside.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky chicken and toss well to evenly distribute the sauce and chicken throughout.
- 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.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles