Description
Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles is a savory and slightly sweet stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken pieces tossed with noodles in a rich garlic soy sauce. It’s a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 250 g egg noodles
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. In another small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the sauce mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining oil. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers and carrots. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce mixture and cook until it thickens and becomes sticky.
- Add the cooked noodles and toss well to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
- Adjust sweetness and saltiness to taste by modifying honey and soy sauce.
- For extra heat, add chili flakes or sriracha.
- Best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian