Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles
A quick and easy meal featuring tender chicken and soft noodles in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey Adjust for sweetness
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes Optional, adjust for spice
For the chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp cornstarch For coating the chicken
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For cooking
For the noodles
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles) Cook according to package directions
For garnish
- 1 tsp sesame seeds Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes to make the sauce.
- Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little oil if desired.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to coat. Let it simmer and thicken for 1–2 minutes.
- Add noodles to the skillet and toss to combine with the chicken and sauce.
Serving
- Serve Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving again. For extra crunch, add bell peppers or broccoli when cooking the chicken.