A quick and easy 20-minute recipe for glossy, takeout-style chicken noodles with a savory soy-garlic sauce.
Author:leogrant
Prep Time:5 min
Cook Time:15 min
Total Time:20 min
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stir-fry
Cuisine:Asian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
8 ounces noodles (ramen, udon, or egg noodles), cooked according to package directions
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add chicken pieces, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the chicken. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and coats the chicken.
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
For a spicier sauce, add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes with the garlic.
You can substitute chicken breast for chicken thighs, but adjust cooking time as needed.
Other noodle options include spaghetti or linguine.
Add your favorite stir-fry vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas when you add the garlic.