Description
These Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles are the perfect quick dinner idea when you’re craving something savory, saucy, and satisfying. Packed with juicy chicken, glossy garlic-soy sauce, and slurp-worthy noodles, it’s a go-to easy recipe that doubles as a comfort food classic. Great for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or when you’re simply in the mood for a homemade takeout-style dish. Whether you’re looking for healthy snack options, flavorful dinner ideas, or a new addition to your quick meals rotation—this one delivers.
Ingredients
500g boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon oil
4 garlic cloves finely chopped
60ml soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
60ml water
250g cooked noodles
2 stalks green onion chopped
1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add chopped chicken thighs, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan.
3. Add more oil if needed, then cook garlic until golden and fragrant.
4. Pour in soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and 60ml water. Let it simmer briefly.
5. Mix cornstarch with a splash of water, then stir into sauce to thicken until glossy.
6. Add cooked noodles and chicken back into the pan, toss to coat everything in the sauce.
7. Drizzle with sesame oil, stir again, and remove from heat.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
9. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use fresh garlic for best flavor—jarred versions won’t give the same richness.
Make sure to pat the chicken dry before cooking to get that golden sear.
If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of hot water to loosen before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: easy recipe, quick dinner, garlic noodles, sticky chicken, homemade takeout, weeknight meals, food ideas, noodle dish