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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles – A 25-Minute Sweet, Savory, Garlicky Dream

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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles is a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy noodle dish featuring tender chicken tossed in a rich garlic honey soy glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, bite-sized
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (chicken marinade)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (chicken marinade)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (chicken marinade)
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 8 oz noodles (spaghetti, linguine, or similar)
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce (sauce)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (sauce)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
  • Sesame seeds (garnish)
  • Green onions, chopped (garnish)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and ginger for 15 minutes.
  2. Cook noodles until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  3. Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes.
  4. Cook chicken in a hot skillet until browned and cooked through, 5–7 minutes.
  5. Add sauce and bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thick and glossy.
  7. Add noodles and toss to coat evenly.
  8. Loosen with pasta water if needed.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Slice chicken evenly for fast, uniform cooking.
  • Adjust honey/sugar for desired sweetness.
  • Use reserved pasta water to control sauce thickness.