Description
One Pan Spicy Soy Noodles with Chicken combines tender chicken, linguine pasta, and a bold, spicy, savory, and slightly sweet soy-based sauce—all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup. Ready in under 30 minutes, this flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
For the Dish:
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., canola or vegetable oil), divided
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (plus more for garnish)
- 8 ounces uncooked linguine pasta
- 1 ½ cups water (plus more as needed)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together water, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of neutral oil and sesame oil to the skillet.
- Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Pasta:
- Add uncooked linguine pasta to the skillet. Pour in the reserved sauce and stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and scrape up browned bits from the skillet’s bottom.
- Combine and Simmer:
- Return the chicken (and any juices) to the skillet. Add brown sugar and mix well.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes or until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens. Add water as needed to maintain a saucy consistency.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Stir in sesame seeds and green onions just before serving.
- Garnish with additional crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic, ginger, and green onions for the best flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing crushed red pepper flakes.
- Add veggies like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired