Description
Craving something bold and flavorful that’s quick to make? Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles is your answer. This easy recipe combines juicy chicken pieces glazed in a sticky, garlicky sauce with chewy noodles that soak up every bit of flavor. It’s perfect for a quick dinner, lunch meal prep, or a satisfying weeknight bite. Packed with umami, sweetness, and heat, this dish is ideal for those looking for dinner ideas, quick meals, or easy recipes that feel like takeout but are made right at home. Whether you’re new to cooking or just need food ideas to break the routine, this recipe fits perfectly into your healthy snack rotation or hearty meal list.
Ingredients
300g chicken breast or thighs
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
200g cooked noodles (ramen or lo mein)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks green onions, chopped
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
3. Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and a splash of water in a bowl.
4. Cook the noodles according to package instructions if needed; drain and set aside.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6–7 minutes).
7. Sprinkle cornstarch over chicken and toss to coat.
8. Pour in the prepared sauce and let it simmer until thick and sticky (about 3–4 minutes).
9. Add cooked noodles and toss to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
10. Drizzle with sesame oil and stir to combine.
11. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
12. Serve hot with optional chili flakes or lime wedges.
Notes
Don’t skip the cornstarch—it thickens the sauce and gives it that glossy finish.
Use chicken thighs for juicier texture, or breasts for a leaner option.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili oil for an extra kick of heat.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: easy dinner, sticky noodles, chicken noodles, garlic chicken, quick meals, food ideas