Description
Quick and comforting one-pot honey garlic chicken and noodles showcase tender chicken nestled in silky noodles with a sweet-savory sauce. Home cooks can easily craft this satisfying meal in less than 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) noodles (spaghetti or lo mein)
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) carrots (julienned)
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) snap peas
- 2 green onions (sliced)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear chicken pieces in hot oil over medium-high heat until golden brown, creating a caramelized exterior. Transfer to a plate.
- Lower heat and infuse the pan with minced garlic and ginger, releasing their aromatic essence for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, honey, sriracha, and chicken broth, creating a rich, glossy liquid base.
- Introduce uncooked noodles and chopped vegetables into the simmering sauce, ensuring each strand and piece gets thoroughly coated.
- Cover the pan and allow ingredients to cook for 5-7 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Reintegrate the browned chicken into the pan, mixing gently to distribute flavors and reheat the protein.
- Thicken the sauce by whisking in a cornstarch slurry, creating a silky, clingy consistency that clings to noodles and chicken.
- Finish the dish with a drizzle of nutty sesame oil, then garnish with freshly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, ensuring maximum flavor and optimal texture.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels and make the dish healthier for those watching their sodium intake.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that maintains the rich, savory flavor profile.
- Keep noodles slightly al dente to prevent them from becoming mushy during the cooking process, ensuring a perfect texture.
- Customize heat level by adjusting sriracha quantity, making the dish adaptable for different spice preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 412 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg