Chicken Teriyaki Noodles
These Chicken Teriyaki Noodles are a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with savory teriyaki sauce and perfectly cooked noodles. The sauce, made from soy sauce, honey, and a touch of sesame oil, gives the noodles a deliciously sweet and savory flavor. This one-pan meal is customizable with your favorite veggies and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a tasty lunch. Easy to make in under 30 minutes, it brings the flavors of a Japanese-inspired dish right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs thinly sliced
- 8 oz noodles lo mein, udon, or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger grated
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 1 carrot julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 green onions chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp mirin or substitute with more rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water for thickening
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Boil according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and mirin in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until golden and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Veggies: In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Combine Everything: Return chicken to the pan, add cooked noodles, and pour the sauce over everything.
- Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles.
- Garnish & Serve: Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy hot!
Notes
- Noodle Options: Use your favorite noodles such as udon, lo mein, or even spaghetti if you're in a pinch!
- Sweetness: Adjust honey or sugar to taste — you can add more if you prefer a sweeter sauce.
- Veggie Add-ins: Try adding mushrooms, snap peas, or carrots for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Meal Prep: This dish is great for meal prepping! Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheat with a splash of water if needed.