Description
Delicious Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a flavorful honey-soy garlic sauce, combined with savory noodles and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds. This quick and easy Asian Fusion main course balances sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
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 to create a flavorful sauce base.
- Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated to help achieve a sticky and slightly crispy texture during cooking.
- 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 to the hot skillet and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through completely.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken, stir well to coat all pieces, and 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 package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky chicken and toss thoroughly to evenly distribute the sauce and chicken.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top for a fresh and flavorful finish. Serve hot immediately.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat; chicken breasts offer a leaner option.
- Red chili flakes are optional; omit for mild flavor or increase for extra spice.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with sesame oil for a nuttier taste.
- Choose rice noodles for gluten-free or egg noodles for a richer flavor.
- Toss chicken well in cornstarch for a better crispy coating.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor.
