Description
This quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Chicken Udon Noodles recipe combines tender chicken, savory garlic, and a honey-infused sauce with chewy udon noodles and vibrant stir-fry vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that balances sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors with easy skillet cooking.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces dried udon noodles
- 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts, thighs, or ground chicken
- 2 cups frozen stir fry veggies
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro or Thai basil, for serving
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup tamari or soy sauce
- 3–4 tablespoons chili paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 6 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped ginger
- 1/4 cup water
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil (for cooking chicken; vegetable or sesame oil recommended)
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the udon noodles according to the package instructions, typically by boiling them in water until tender, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tamari or soy sauce, chili paste, rice vinegar, lemon juice, honey, toasted sesame oil, chopped garlic, ginger, and 1/4 cup water until well combined.
- Cook the chicken and vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken pieces and season with black pepper. Cook until the chicken turns opaque and starts to brown, about 4-5 minutes. Add frozen stir fry veggies and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add sauce and scallions: Slowly pour the prepared sauce mixture and the chopped scallions into the skillet with the chicken and veggies. Stir well and bring to a low simmer, allowing the sauce to heat through and slightly thicken.
- Combine noodles and sauce: Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet, gently tossing or stirring to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce and ingredients. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce clings to the noodles and chicken.
- Serve: Plate the noodles while warm and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh chopped cilantro or Thai basil. Enjoy immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can use chicken breasts, thighs, or ground chicken based on your preference for texture and flavor.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to control the spice level according to your taste.
- Use gluten-free tamari if you need to keep this recipe gluten free.
- For added crunch, consider topping with chopped peanuts or cashews.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently on stovetop to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, Udon Noodles, Stir Fry, Quick Dinner, Asian Noodles, Chicken Stir Fry, Easy Weeknight Meal
