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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

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A quick and tasty one-pan meal featuring crispy chicken coated in a honey-soy garlic sauce, served with noodles.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
  • 8 oz noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles per package instructions. Drain and toss with a little oil to keep them from sticking.
  2. While the noodles cook, pat the chicken dry and place in a bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the pieces and toss until lightly and evenly coated. Shake off excess.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken in a single layer if possible and cook without moving for 2 to 3 minutes to let it brown. Flip pieces and cook until golden and cooked through, about 2 to 4 more minutes. Work in batches if needed so the pan stays hot. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate.
  4. Lower the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 20 to 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Stir in the soy sauce, honey, and red chili flakes. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it thicken slightly, about 1 minute. Taste and adjust: add a splash of water if too salty, or another teaspoon of honey if you want sweeter.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Add the cooked noodles and use tongs to fold everything together, allowing the sauce to cling to the noodles and chicken. Cook together for 1 to 2 minutes so the noodles absorb some sauce.
  7. Remove from heat, top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with a cucumber salad, steamed broccoli, or a quick stir-fry of bok choy to balance the meal.

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