Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles Recipe
This Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe features tender bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a flavorful, sweet, and garlicky sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked noodles and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds. A quick and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Halal
Chicken and Marinade
- 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
Noodles and Garnish
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes to create a flavorful sticky sauce.
- Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are evenly coated, which will help achieve a crispy texture and thicken the sauce later.
- Cook the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir well to coat all the pieces evenly. Allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Prepare the noodles: While the sauce is simmering, cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them and set aside.
- Combine noodles and chicken: Add the drained noodles to the skillet with the chicken and sticky sauce. Toss everything together gently until the noodles are fully coated and heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish the dish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or breast for leaner option.
- Adjust red chili flakes to taste depending on your spice preference.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with canola or peanut oil for higher smoke point.
- Rice noodles provide a gluten-free option; egg noodles add a richer texture.
- Sear chicken well before adding sauce to keep it juicy and caramelized.
- For extra veggies, consider adding bell peppers or snap peas with the chicken.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Sticky garlic chicken noodles, Asian chicken noodles, sweet garlic chicken, stir-fry noodles, quick chicken dinner