Easy Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles
These Easy Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles are the perfect quick and satisfying comfort food. Tender chicken and perfectly cooked noodles are coated in a flavorful, savory-sweet garlic sauce, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser ready in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Large pot
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Colander
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Spatula or tongs
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 lb egg noodles
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cubed chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Salt the water generously. Drain the noodles and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet with the sticky garlic sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together until the noodles are well coated with the sauce and chicken.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if desired).
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute tofu for the chicken. Coconut aminos can be used as a lower-sodium alternative to soy sauce. Add vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra nutrients. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or chicken broth to prevent drying.