Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles (Print-Friendly Version)

Sweet soy and garlic sauce coats tender chicken and noodles for a satisfying, quick stir-fry meal.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

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01 - 450 g chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 60 ml soy sauce
03 - 45 ml honey
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
06 - 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
07 - 2 tbsp cornstarch
08 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
09 - 225 g noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
10 - 2 green onions, finely chopped
11 - 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) in a bowl. Whisk until well integrated.
02 - Toss the chicken pieces thoroughly with cornstarch to ensure an even coating.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden and cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
04 - Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat all pieces and allow the mixture to simmer until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Cook noodles according to package instructions in boiling water. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
06 - Add the drained noodles to the skillet with chicken and sauce. Toss together to ensure even coating of the noodles.
07 - Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the dish before serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For a gluten-free adaptation, substitute tamari for soy sauce and use certified gluten-free noodles.
02 - Enhance nutrition by including stir-fried vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas.
03 - Protein alternatives such as tofu, shrimp, or beef can be used in place of chicken.
04 - To prevent noodles from sticking, toss them lightly with oil after draining.
05 - Increase cornstarch slightly or extend simmering to thicken sauce to preference.