Description
Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a glossy, sticky garlic-ginger sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked noodles. This recipe combines savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic garlic and ginger to create an irresistibly flavorful meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Noodles and Garnishes
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain the noodles and toss with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes if using. The sauce should be glossy and fragrant, setting the stage for the delicious coating for the chicken.
- Coat Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in a separate bowl and toss them with cornstarch until evenly coated. This light layer of cornstarch helps the sauce stick well and keeps the chicken tender when cooked.
- Cook Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the cooked chicken. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken into a sticky, glossy coating that clings deliciously to the chicken pieces.
- Toss with Noodles: Add the cooked noodles into the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together thoroughly until the noodles are evenly coated with the sticky sauce, making the noodles slick and shiny.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish the dish with chopped green onions and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the irresistible sticky garlic chicken noodles!
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red chili flakes or add a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
- You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- If using rice noodles, be careful not to overcook to maintain a pleasant chewy texture.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: chicken noodles, garlic chicken, sticky sauce, quick dinner, Asian noodles, honey garlic chicken
