Description
Comforting one-pot honey garlic chicken and noodles brings warmth to family dinners with minimal cleanup. Mediterranean herbs and rich sauce create a hearty meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
Noodles and Liquid Base:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) noodles (spaghetti or rice noodles)
- 2 cups chicken broth
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- 1 green onion (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Warm a large pot with sesame oil over medium heat, then sear chicken pieces until they develop a golden-brown exterior.
- Incorporate minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until their aromatic essence permeates the kitchen.
- Pour in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth, whisking to create a cohesive mixture.
- Elevate the temperature to trigger a rolling boil, then gently introduce noodles into the bubbling liquid.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer, letting noodles absorb the flavorful broth and become tender, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Create a quick cornstarch slurry and fold into the pot, stirring continuously to transform the sauce into a luxurious, glossy consistency.
- Extinguish the heat and shower the dish with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a final flourish of texture and visual appeal.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates, ensuring each portion captures the rich, complex flavors of this one-pot culinary creation.
Notes
- Swap protein options easily by using tofu, shrimp, or beef instead of chicken for variety.
- Reduce sodium by selecting low-sodium soy sauce and cutting back on added salt.
- Create a gluten-free version by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce and choosing rice noodles.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or omitting them for a milder dish perfect for kids.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 544 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 960 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg