Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory garlic sauce, tossed with tender noodles and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that satisfies both comfort and taste.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
Noodles and Garnish
- 8 oz ramen or lo mein noodles
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper to ensure even seasoning and a slight coating that will help create a sticky texture once cooked.
- Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sear them until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same pan, add sesame oil and minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make the sauce: Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and chili flakes or sriracha if using. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld.
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions, usually boiling for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse lightly under warm water to prevent them from sticking.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Add the cooked chicken back into the pan with the thickened sauce, stirring to coat the chicken well.
- Toss noodles with chicken and sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss everything together so the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce and chicken. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through completely.
- Serve with garnish: Remove from heat and top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a juicier result.
- Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of chili flakes or sriracha.
- For gluten-free, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
- Do not overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Rinse noodles lightly after cooking to prevent clumping.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
