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Delicious sticky garlic chicken noodles served in a bowl with fresh herbs.

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

These sticky garlic chicken noodles offer a delightful balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors in under 30 minutes. Made with a honey-soy glaze, cornstarch-coated chicken, and fresh noodles, it's the perfect weeknight meal that's satisfying and flexible.
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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: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces Thighs stay juicier.
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch Helps the sauce cling.
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or neutral oil) For frying the chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 3 tbsp honey Maple syrup works in a pinch.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional) For spice.
For the Noodles
  • 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles) Prepare according to package instructions.
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
  2. Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces in cornstarch until evenly coated. Shake off excess.
Cooking
  1. Warm a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the chicken in a single layer if possible. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pieces are golden and cooked through.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken. Stir to coat and let simmer 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  4. Prepare noodles according to package instructions. Drain well and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together so the noodles are evenly coated in the sticky sauce.
Serving
  1. Scatter chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top. Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator within two hours of cooking. They will keep 3 to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently in a skillet with a splash of water or broth until hot.

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