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Delicious sticky garlic chicken noodles served in a bowl

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

A quick weeknight meal that balances sticky-sweet sauce with tender chicken and springy egg noodles, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 250 g chicken breast, sliced Use room-temperature chicken slices for even cooking.
  • 200 g egg noodles Choose fresh or dried egg noodles.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Provides bright and pungent flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Use low-sodium for better control over saltiness.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Use runny honey for easy mixing.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds tanginess to the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Provides depth and flavor.
For Garnish
  • Fresh herbs to taste like cilantro or green onions Use for garnish before serving.

Method
 

Cooking the Noodles
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles until al dente according to package instructions. Drain well and toss lightly with a drizzle of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Preparing the Chicken
  1. Warm sesame oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add sliced chicken and sear until the edges are browned and the center is cooked through, about 4-6 minutes.
  2. Push the chicken to one side and add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant for about 30-45 seconds.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Pour this mixture over the chicken and let it simmer gently until the sauce reduces slightly and thickens.
Combining Noodles and Chicken
  1. Add the drained egg noodles to the pan and toss to combine everything. Heat through briefly.
Finishing Touches
  1. Season with salt and pepper to taste, remembering that soy sauce already contributes significant salt. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

For extra heat, add chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes. This dish can be customized with various vegetables or protein sources like tofu or shrimp.