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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

A quick and indulgent dish with tender chicken and slippery noodles coated in a glossy honey-soy garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce use low-sodium if preferred; tamari for gluten-free
  • 3 tbsp honey can swap for maple syrup for different sweetness
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger fresh is preferred
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes optional; adjust to taste
Main ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces thighs are juicier; breasts are leaner
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or other neutral oil with a high smoke point
  • 8 oz noodles rice noodles or egg noodles
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes if using. Stir until the honey dissolves.
  2. Put chicken pieces in a bowl, sprinkle with cornstarch, and toss to coat evenly. Shake off any excess.
Cooking
  1. Warm 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are golden and cooked through.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  4. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions. Drain well and return to the pot or a warm colander.
  5. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the saucy chicken. Toss thoroughly so the sauce coats the noodles evenly.
  6. Plate hot and finish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

Serve these noodles straight from the skillet for the glossiest presentation. Perfect with a simple cucumber salad or steamed broccoli. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days; freeze for longer storage.

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