Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe featuring tender chicken breast coated in a sweet and savory garlic-ginger sauce, served over perfectly cooked noodles. This dish combines bold flavors with a satisfying texture, making it a perfect weeknight dinner for the whole family.
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 together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes to create the flavorful sauce base for the dish.
- Coat the chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are evenly coated, which will help the chicken develop a nice texture when cooked and thicken the sauce.
- Cook the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken and cook until the chicken pieces 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 to coat all the chicken pieces well and allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Cook the noodles: Meanwhile, cook the noodles following the package instructions until al dente. Drain them thoroughly and set aside.
- Combine noodles and chicken: Add the cooked noodles directly into the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together to evenly coat the noodles with the sticky garlic sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds over the top for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately for the best taste experience.
Notes
- You can use either chicken breast or thighs depending on your preference; thighs offer a juicier texture.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your heat preference or omit altogether for a mild dish.
- Rice noodles provide a gluten-free option, while egg noodles add more chewiness.
- For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a balanced meal.
