Description
Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles are a deliciously sweet and savory dish featuring tender, thinly sliced chicken breasts tossed with noodles in a bold garlic soy sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick dinner, combining simple ingredients to deliver maximum flavor with a sticky, garlicky coating that clings to every strand of noodle.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced thin
Noodles
- 8 oz spaghetti or lo mein noodles
Sauce & Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package directions until al dente; then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on the outside and cooked through.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burned, ensuring the garlic releases its aroma into the chicken.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir everything together, letting the mixture come to a slight simmer so the sugars start to dissolve and thicken the sauce.
- Toss Noodles in Sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly with the sticky garlic sauce, stirring constantly until the noodles are well coated and glossy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant garlic chicken noodles at their best.
Notes
- Add broccoli or bell peppers for extra vegetables to enhance nutrition and flavor.
- Use rice noodles as a gluten-free alternative if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
