Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles Recipe
Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles combine tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory garlic sauce, served over perfectly cooked noodles. This quick and delicious dish features a balance of honey-sweetness, aromatic garlic and ginger, with optional chili flakes for a mild heat, making it a perfect weeknight meal that’s flavorful and satisfying.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Halal
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)
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) to create the flavorful sticky garlic sauce.
- Coat the Chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are evenly coated to help create a crispy exterior when cooked.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir well to coat all pieces, then let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
- Cook the Noodles: Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them and toss with a little oil if desired to prevent sticking.
- Combine Noodles and Chicken: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the noodles are well coated and combined with the sticky garlic chicken.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top as a garnish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use either chicken breast or thighs depending on your preference for lean or more tender meat.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of red chili flakes.
- You can substitute cornstarch with arrowroot powder for a gluten-free option.
- Rice noodles provide a lighter texture, whereas egg noodles offer a chewier bite.
- Tossing noodles with a little oil after cooking helps prevent them from sticking together.
- For added vegetables, consider stirring in bell peppers or snap peas during the chicken cooking step.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: sticky garlic chicken noodles, chicken stir fry, garlic chicken, honey garlic sauce, Asian noodles, quick chicken recipe