Description
Savory chicken teriyaki noodles blend Japanese-inspired flavors with comforting pasta. Quick weeknight meals gain an exciting twist with this simple yet delicious dish that satisfies hunger and delights palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340g) noodles (lo mein, udon, or spaghetti)
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced thin
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup (100g) broccoli florets
- 1 cup (70g) shredded carrots
- ½ cup (120ml) low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup (60ml) water
- ¼ cup (60ml) honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsps rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsps sesame oil
- 2 tbsps cornstarch
- 2 tbsps water (for cornstarch mixture)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Noodle Preparation: Submerge noodles in rapidly boiling water, following package instructions until achieving al dente perfection. Drain and reserve.
- Teriyaki Sauce Creation: Combine soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan. Heat to medium, whisking ingredients into a harmonious blend.
- Sauce Thickening: Develop a cornstarch slurry with cold water, then integrate into simmering sauce. Stir until the mixture transforms into a glossy, luxurious consistency.
- Protein Cooking: Slice chicken into uniform pieces. Sear in a heated skillet with vegetable oil over medium-high heat, ensuring complete cooking with a golden-brown exterior.
- Vegetable Sautéing: Introduce red bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots to the same skillet. Stir-fry rapidly, maintaining vibrant colors and crisp texture.
- Ingredient Integration: Reunite chicken with vegetables, add reserved noodles, and pour teriyaki sauce over the mixture. Toss gently to ensure complete coating and thorough heating.
- Garnishing and Serving: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and green onions as a final flourish. Present immediately while steaming hot, capturing the dish’s optimal flavor profile.
Notes
- Control Noodle Texture: Cook noodles exactly per package instructions to prevent mushiness or undercooked strands; taste-test for perfect al dente consistency.
- Master Sauce Thickness: Whisk cornstarch slurry slowly and steadily to avoid lumps; adjust liquid ratio if sauce becomes too thick or thin for ideal glossy coating.
- Achieve Perfect Chicken Sear: Use high heat and avoid overcrowding pan to develop golden-brown exterior; ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Vegetable Crispness Technique: Stir-fry vegetables quickly on high heat to maintain vibrant colors and crunchy texture; remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg