Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles Recipe
Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles combine tender chicken coated in a glossy, sweet, and garlicky sauce served over perfectly cooked noodles. This quick and flavorful stir-fry recipe balances the savory depth of soy sauce with the sweetness of honey and the subtle heat of chili flakes, making an irresistible weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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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
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes thoroughly to form a flavorful sauce.
- Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated to achieve a sticky, crispy texture when cooked.
- Heat the oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot enough for frying the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat all pieces. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
- Cook the noodles: While the sauce simmers, cook the noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky chicken and toss well to evenly distribute the sauce and chicken.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top for a fresh finish and extra flavor. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can use either chicken breast or thighs depending on preference; thighs provide more juiciness.
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes based on your spice tolerance or omit for a milder dish.
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and noodles.
- The cornstarch coating helps create a slightly crispy exterior that holds the sticky sauce well.
- Rice noodles or egg noodles both work well; choose your favorite noodle type.
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