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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

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Sticky garlic chicken noodles feature tender chicken and chewy noodles tossed in a glossy, sweet-savory garlic sauce. This quick, comforting dinner is ready in 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced thin
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles or rice noodles
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp noodle cooking water
  • 2 green onions, sliced thin (optional)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrot or bell pepper (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro or basil, chopped (optional)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the ingredients: Slice chicken into thin strips. Mince garlic and ginger, slice green onions and any veggies. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil for the noodles.
  2. Coat the chicken: In a mixing bowl, toss chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Cook the noodles: Add noodles to boiling water and cook according to package instructions (6-8 minutes for egg noodles, 4-5 for rice noodles). Reserve 2 tbsp cooking water, then drain and set aside.
  4. Brown the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-5 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Make the sauce: Push chicken to one side of the pan. Add garlic and ginger to the empty space, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, oyster sauce (if using), and reserved noodle water. Stir everything together.
  6. Toss in the noodles: Add drained noodles to the pan. Use tongs to toss until noodles are evenly coated in sauce and chicken is distributed throughout.
  7. Finish and garnish: Add green onions, veggies, and any optional garnishes. Toss to combine. Sprinkle sesame seeds or fresh herbs on top before serving.
  8. Serve immediately: Dish up hot noodles into bowls and enjoy right away.

Notes

Prep all ingredients before starting, as the recipe moves quickly. For gluten-free, use rice noodles and tamari. Don’t overcrowd the pan when browning chicken. Reserve noodle water for the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Leftovers taste even better the next day and can be reheated with a splash of water.

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