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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles for a Flavorful Weeknight Win

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles is a quick and easy dish that promises a flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs can swap for chicken breasts, shrimp, or tofu
For the Noodles
  • 4 cups noodles use any variety, adjust cooking time accordingly
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic fresh is preferred
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup is a great vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar coconut sugar makes a healthier alternative
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil can be omitted if unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch arrowroot powder or flour can be used instead
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks green onions slice and sprinkle on top based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds provides crunch and extra flavor
  • to taste chili flakes offers a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook noodles by boiling salted water and adding noodles, cooking 4-6 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, add chicken thighs in a single layer, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
  4. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet on medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, pour sauce over, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Add cooked noodles to the skillet, and toss with chicken and sauce for 1-2 minutes until coated.
  7. Remove from heat, serve hot, and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes in soy sauce for enhanced flavor. Adjust sweetness and add veggies as desired.

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