Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles Recipe
Delicious Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles combining tender chicken pieces coated in a savory honey-soy garlic sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked noodles and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Author: Emma
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
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, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes if using. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth sticky sauce mixture.
- Coat the Chicken: Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch in a separate bowl until each piece is evenly coated. This coating helps achieve a slight crispiness when cooked.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and are fully cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir well to coat all chicken pieces evenly, then let the mixture 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 until tender. Drain them well and toss with a bit of oil if desired to prevent sticking.
- Combine Noodles and Chicken: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sticky garlic chicken. Toss everything together gently to coat the noodles with the flavorful sauce and mix evenly with the chicken.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with chopped green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can use either chicken breast or thigh depending on your preference for lean or more flavorful meat.
- Rice noodles or egg noodles both work well with this recipe.
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to control the spice level or omit them entirely for a milder dish.
- Tossing the noodles with a little oil after cooking helps prevent clumping.
- This dish pairs nicely with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a balanced meal.
Keywords: Sticky Garlic Chicken, Chicken Noodles, Honey Soy Chicken, Easy Dinner, Asian Noodles