Garlic Chicken Noodles

Why Make This Recipe

Garlic Chicken Noodles is a quick and easy meal that brings delicious flavors together in one dish. It combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and savory soy sauce with your choice of noodles. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only tasty but also simple to prepare. You can have a satisfying meal on the table in under 30 minutes!

How to Make Garlic Chicken Noodles

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces noodles (e.g., egg noodles or spaghetti)
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch to form a marinade.
  3. Add the diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  6. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
  7. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the noodles are coated with the sauce.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

How to Serve Garlic Chicken Noodles

Serve Garlic Chicken Noodles hot, directly from the skillet. The dish looks great garnished with chopped green onions and sprinkle of sesame seeds. You can pair it with a side salad for a refreshing touch.

How to Store Garlic Chicken Noodles

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, simply reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.

Tips to Make Garlic Chicken Noodles

  • Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes. This helps infuse flavor into the meat.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic to suit your taste. If you’re a garlic lover, feel free to add more!
  • You can use any type of noodles you like, such as rice noodles or soba noodles.

Variation

Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas to the dish for added color and nutrition. Just sauté them with the garlic before adding the chicken.

FAQs

  1. Can I use frozen chicken?
  2. Yes, just make sure to thaw it properly before dicing and marinating.
  3. What if I don’t have honey?
  4. You can replace honey with sugar or agave syrup for sweetness.
  5. Can I use gluten-free noodles?
  6. Absolutely! Just choose a gluten-free noodle option, and you can enjoy this meal gluten-free.

Garlic Chicken Noodles

A quick and easy meal that combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and savory soy sauce with noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced Use boneless, skinless chicken for best results.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Can use low sodium if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can be replaced with sugar or agave syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Used for thickening the marinade.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Use for sautéing.
  • 8 ounces noodles (e.g., egg noodles or spaghetti) Any type of your choice can be used.
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish) Adds color and flavor.
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish) Optional garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch to form a marinade.
  3. Add the diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the noodles are coated with the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in microwave or stovetop until warmed through. Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes for better flavor. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added color and nutrition.

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