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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

Savory Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles in 30 Minutes

This Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles make a perfect comfort food ready in 30 minutes, bursting with garlicky delight and a slight kick from red chili flakes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken breast can be substituted with shrimp, beef, or tofu
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch swap with arrowroot powder for a gluten-free option
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce consider low-sodium for a healthier choice
  • 2 tablespoons Honey maple syrup works as a vegan substitute
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic is more potent than pre-minced
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger substitute with ground ginger, but reduce the quantity
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes omit for a milder flavor or use fresh chilies for extra spice
For Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil can be replaced with sesame or olive oil
  • 8 ounces Noodles (Rice or Egg Noodles) whole grain or vegetable noodles offer a healthy twist

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of honey, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes until smooth and glossy. Set aside.
  2. Cut 1 pound of chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, then coat with ¼ cup of cornstarch.
  3. Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and pour the sauce over the chicken, stirring well. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Cook desired noodles in boiling water according to package instructions, then drain and rinse.
  6. Add noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce. Heat through and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider adding seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added nutrition and color. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze components separately for longer storage.

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