Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Savory chicken, chewy noodles, and garlicky soy-honey glaze unite for a quick, crowd-pleasing Asian main.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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8 ounces rice noodles or egg noodles
→ Sauce
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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3 tablespoons honey
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
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1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional
→ For Stir-Fry
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Garnishes
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2 green onions, chopped
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1 teaspoon sesame seeds, optional
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes to create the sauce. Set aside.
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Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until all surfaces are evenly coated.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir to ensure all pieces are coated and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling water according to the package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
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Transfer the drained noodles to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss together until ingredients are evenly incorporated and noodles are coated.
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Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
# Extra Information:
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For a gluten-free option, substitute tamari for soy sauce and use gluten-free noodles.
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Enhance nutritional value by adding vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas.
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Tofu, shrimp, or beef are suitable alternatives for chicken.
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To prevent noodles from sticking, toss with a small amount of oil after draining.
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For a thicker sauce, increase cornstarch or extend simmer time.