Description
Sticky, garlicky, and irresistibly good—this Honey Garlic Shrimp Chow Mein is the ultimate quick weeknight dinner. Juicy shrimp are glazed in a sweet and savory sauce, tossed with tender noodles and crisp veggies for a mouthwatering stir-fry that comes together in just 30 minutes. This is one of those easy recipes you’ll want to keep on rotation. Whether you’re craving takeout-style noodles or looking for new dinner ideas, this dish hits the mark with big flavor, fast prep, and plenty of room for personalization. A perfect choice for quick dinners, healthy snacks, or flavorful food ideas that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz chow mein or egg noodles
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients: Peel and devein shrimp. Chop vegetables. Cook noodles according to package and rinse under cold water.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, sesame oil, water/broth, and cornstarch.
- Sear the shrimp: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp 1–2 mins per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry veggies: Add remaining oil and broccoli. Cook 2–3 mins until just tender.
- Add noodles & sauce: Toss in the noodles and pour in the sauce. Stir well to coat evenly.
- Return shrimp & finish: Add shrimp back to the pan. Cook for 1–2 mins more. Top with green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes