Hey there, busy food lovers! Ever crave a meal that’s bursting with flavor but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen? Say hello to Quick Flavorful Chicken Teriyaki Noodles! Tender chicken, slathered in a rich, glossy teriyaki sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked noodles… This is about to become your new weeknight staple. Quick to make, surprisingly healthy, and incredibly delicious, this recipe has saved me on countless hectic evenings, and I know it will do the same for you. Ditch the takeout menu and get ready for a taste explosion!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother used to make a version of teriyaki chicken that took hours. While I loved the taste, the time commitment was a huge barrier. That's why I created Quick Flavorful Chicken Teriyaki Noodles. It captures those familiar, warm flavors but in a fraction of the time. It’s a comforting, quick, and utterly satisfying meal that reminds me of her love, just streamlined for the modern world!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
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For the Noodles:
- 8 ounces dried Yakisoba noodles (or Spaghetti)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
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Garnish (Optional):
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Teriyaki Sauce: While chicken is cooking, whisk together all teriyaki sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
- Combine and Simmer: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly.
- Serve Immediately: Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Quick Flavorful Chicken Teriyaki Noodles.
Quick Flavorful Chicken Teriyaki Noodles
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, salt and pepper
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- While chicken is cooking, whisk together all teriyaki sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water
- Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.8 ounces dried Yakisoba noodles, 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly.8 ounces dried Yakisoba noodles, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Quick Flavorful Chicken Teriyaki Noodles.sesame seeds, chopped green onions