Description
Weeknight winner! Tender chicken thighs tossed with plump egg noodles and drenched in a potent, sticky garlic-soy glaze. Quick stir-fry method delivers maximum flavor fast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 12 oz egg noodles or ramen noodles
- 2 tbsp sesame oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (slurry)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse briefly with warm water to prevent sticking, then toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cut chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the soy sauce and honey, stirring well, and bring the mixture to a low simmer.
- Step 4: Whisk the cornstarch slurry and immediately add it to the simmering sauce. Continue stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky and glossy.
- Step 5: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to fully coat it in the sticky garlic sauce. Add the prepared noodles and toss everything together thoroughly until the noodles are uniformly coated and heated through. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed container for up to three days, keeping in mind the noodles will soak up the rich, sticky sauce as they cool.
- Reheat gently in a wok or skillet over medium heat, adding a tablespoon of water or broth to loosen the sauce and keep the noodles from sticking or drying out.
- Elevate the plate with a fresh garnish of toasted sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, or thinly sliced scallions for crunch and contrasting flavor.
- For the best texture, ensure you rinse the cooked noodles briefly with warm water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch before adding them to the sticky sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sodium: 1450mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 18g