Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and hearty flavors with Chicken Teriyaki Noodles. This quick and easy dish combines tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and chewy noodles tossed in a homemade teriyaki sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate weeknight meal!
Ingredients
For the Noodles:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 12 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles (or substitute with linguine or spaghetti)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced cabbage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp mirin (sweet rice wine)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (slurry)
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:
In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, water, mirin, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the cornstarch slurry while whisking continuously. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside. - Marinate the Chicken:
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Pour 1/4 cup of the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes. - Cook the Noodles:
Prepare udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. - Stir-Fry the Chicken:
Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside. - Sauté the Vegetables:
In the same wok, stir-fry onion, carrots, broccoli, and cabbage for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute. - Combine Everything:
Return cooked chicken to the wok. Add the cooked noodles and remaining teriyaki sauce. Toss gently and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until combined and heated through. - Serve:
Divide noodles among plates. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Marinate the chicken and prepare the sauce ahead of time for an even quicker meal.
- Customizations: Add snap peas, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the stir-fry for extra variety.
- Spicy Option: Add a dash of red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for a kick.
