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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

Savory Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles in 30 Minutes Flat

This Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe provides a delicious flavor explosion and quick preparation, ideal for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Rice Noodles or Lo Mein Noodles Use gluten-free noodles for an alternative.
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Can substitute with shrimp or tofu.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Hoisin Sauce optional
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha optional, adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
For the Vegetables
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with snap peas or broccoli.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
To Finish
  • 2 tbsp Oil (Avocado or Sesame)
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • large pan
  • colander
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook for 4–6 minutes until tender. Drain and let dry.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces, combine with cornstarch and soy sauce, marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sriracha, and sesame oil.
  4. Cook the Chicken: In a large pan, heat oil over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  5. Sauté the Aromatics: Add minced garlic, sauté for 30 seconds, then add red bell pepper and carrots, cooking 2–3 minutes.
  6. Combine Everything Together: Return chicken to the pan, pour sauce over, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Add the Noodles: Toss drained noodles into the pan until well-coated with sauce and heated through.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prepping, chop ingredients ahead of time but cook fresh for best flavor and texture.

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