Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles bring together tender chicken, chewy noodles, and a bold, sweet-savory garlic sauce in a quick and satisfying stir-fry. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or breasts), sliced
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1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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8 oz noodles (egg, rice, ramen, or spaghetti)
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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¼ cup soy sauce (for sauce)
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp oyster sauce
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1 tsp sesame oil
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2 tbsp water
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Optional: green onions, sesame seeds, chili flakes
Instructions
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In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate 10 minutes.
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Mix sauce ingredients in a separate bowl and set aside.
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Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse.
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Heat oil in a large skillet. Stir-fry chicken until cooked through and golden, 5–7 minutes. Remove from pan.
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In the same pan, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Return chicken to pan. Pour in sauce and simmer 2–3 minutes until thick.
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Add noodles and toss until fully coated. Cook 1–2 more minutes.
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Serve hot with optional toppings.