Garlic Noodles with Chicken
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 480kcal
A quick and easy Asian recipe for stir-fried garlic noodles mixed with tender pieces of chicken and vegetables.
Ingredients
Sauce
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (25 g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sambal oelek, or sriracha
- 1 tablespoon (9 g) freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon (10 g) minced garlic
Garlic Noodles
- 8 ounces (227 g) spaghetti, or thick spaghetti
- 4 quarts water
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 pound (454 g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
- 8 ounces (227 g) sliced brown mushrooms, ¼" thick
- 1 cup (146 g) finely diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup (63 g) snow peas
- ½ cup (79 g) shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon (2 g) chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Make the Sauce - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, sambal oelek, ginger, sesame oil, and garlic. Set aside.
- Cook the Pasta - Add the water to a large pot and bring to a boil. Stir in the salt to dissolve. Add the pasta and stir. Cook the pasta according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain well in a colander and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Chicken - In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce mixture. Stir-fry until fully cooked, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the meat to a clean bowl.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables - To the wok, add the mushrooms, bell peppers, snow peas, and carrots. Stir-fry until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the Sauce - Stir in the cooked noodles, chicken, and remaining soy sauce mixture until well combined. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
- To Serve - Garnish the garlic noodles with cilantro right before serving.
Notes
- Pasta Options: I recommend thick spaghetti for a chewier texture. You can substitute whole grain, gluten-free, chow mein, or ramen.
- Make it Not Spicy: Omit the hot chili sauce for a more savory sweet sauce.
- Storing: Store in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 1281mg | Potassium: 373mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 4550IU | Vitamin C: 98.2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 4.3mg
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