Description
Experience the delightful combination of tender chicken and glossy noodles coated in a sticky garlic sauce. This quick and delicious meal is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir until well mixed to form a smooth sauce—this should take about 1 minute. Set aside.
- In another bowl, toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are evenly coated. This step is crucial for achieving a sticky and crispy texture, so make sure each piece is well-covered.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes. A common mistake here is not letting the oil heat sufficiently; it should be hot enough to sizzle when the chicken is added.
- Add the coated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. You’ll know it’s done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken pieces are no longer pink inside.
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour the prepared sauce over it. Stir well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, until it thickens and becomes sticky; it should cling to the chicken nicely.
- While the sauce simmers, cook the noodles according to package instructions, typically around 4 to 6 minutes for rice noodles or 8 to 10 minutes for egg noodles. Drain and set aside, making sure they’re slightly undercooked as they will finish cooking in the skillet.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky chicken. Toss them well to evenly coat with the sauce and combine all elements. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Finally, sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top for added flavor and color. Serve hot and enjoy your meal!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: When coating the chicken with cornstarch, ensure there are no clumps. Use a non-stick skillet or wok to prevent sticking. For more flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.