Description
These Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles offer a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy flavors with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables. It’s a quick and easy dinner option perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 200g (7oz) Chicken Breast, sliced thin: for lean protein
- 150g (5oz) Whole Wheat Spaghetti: adds fiber
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Vegetable Oil: for stir-frying
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced: provides aromatic flavor
- 1 tsp (5g) Ginger, grated: adds warmth
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: umami base
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Mushroom Soy Sauce: deeper umami
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Honey or Maple Syrup: balances flavors
- 1 tsp (5ml) Rice Vinegar: bright acidity
- 0.5 tsp (2.5ml) Toasted Sesame Oil: nutty aroma
- 1 tsp (5g) Cornstarch in 2 tbsp (30ml) Water: thickens sauce
- 0.5 cup (120ml) Vegetable Broth: sauce base
- 1 cup (150g) Shredded Carrots: color and crunch
- 0.5 cup (75g) Red Bell Pepper, sliced: vibrant color
- 0.25 cup (30g) Cilantro, chopped: fresh garnish
- 1 tbsp (15g) Sesame Seeds, toasted: nutty flavor
- 0.5 tsp (2g) Red Pepper Flakes (optional): spicy kick
Instructions
- Prepare Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, mushroom soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, broth, and cornstarch slurry.
- Marinate Chicken: Toss sliced chicken with soy sauce and ginger; rest for 10 minutes.
- Cook Noodles: Boil noodles until al dente; drain and oil lightly.
- Sauté Aromatics: Stir-fry garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Cook Chicken: Stir-fry marinated chicken until cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Stir-fry carrots and bell pepper until crisp-tender.
- Simmer in Sauce: Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables; simmer until thickened.
- Combine with Noodles: Toss noodles with sauce until coated; drizzle with sesame oil.
- Plate and Garnish: Serve noodles with chicken and vegetables; garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds.
Notes
For best results, ensure your wok or skillet is very hot before adding oil. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg