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Savory Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

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A quick and easy homemade dinner featuring tender chicken and egg noodles coated in a sweet and savory sticky garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and loved by kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 8 ounces egg noodles or your favorite pasta
  • 4–5 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (naturally brewed recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until just al dente, about 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside, tossing with a little oil to prevent sticking if needed.
  2. Cut 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger (if using). Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  5. Add 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and optional red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well and let it bubble gently for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the pan, then add the drained noodles. Toss everything together gently to coat the noodles and chicken evenly with the sticky garlic sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes so flavors meld and noodles warm through.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more soy sauce if needed. Remove from heat and sprinkle sliced green onions on top before serving.

Notes

Keep garlic cooking temperature medium or medium-low to avoid burning. Do not overcook noodles; they finish cooking in the sauce. Stir gently when combining noodles with sauce to keep noodles intact and sticky. Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content. Variations include swapping chicken for tofu for a vegetarian option or using gluten-free tamari and rice noodles for gluten-free.

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