Description
This Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe combines tender chicken pieces cooked in a sweet and savory garlic-ginger sauce, tossed with tender noodles and finished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds. A quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Noodles and Garnish
- 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 (if using) thoroughly to form a flavorful sauce.
- Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated, which will help create a nice crispy texture when cooked.
- Heat the oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to ensure it is hot enough for frying the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Add the coated chicken to the skillet and cook for about 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. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
- Cook the noodles: Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Toss noodles with chicken: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky chicken and toss everything together to combine flavors evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if using) over the top and serve the dish hot.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or chicken breast for a leaner option.
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes based on your preferred spice level or omit if you prefer no heat.
- Rice noodles provide a gluten-free option, while egg noodles add a richer texture.
- For a crunchier texture, you can double coat the chicken with cornstarch.
- Sesame seeds add a nice nutty flavor and garnish but are optional.