Description
Chicken Teriyaki Noodles is a quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken, tender noodles, and a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for weeknights or homemade takeout.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil
- 8 oz noodles (lo mein, udon, or spaghetti)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 cup stir-fry vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, carrots – optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and water to make the teriyaki sauce.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through.
- Pour in the teriyaki sauce and let it simmer until it thickens and coats the chicken.
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain well.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet with chicken and toss to combine and coat evenly with sauce.
- Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Add optional stir-fried vegetables if desired.
Notes
- Add sriracha or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Swap chicken with tofu or mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Use zucchini noodles or whole wheat spaghetti for a healthier twist.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
