Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles – Better Than Takeout

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Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles made with tender chicken, glossy garlic sauce, and perfectly coated noodles. A fast, flavorful dinner better than takeout.
Course: DinnerCuisine: Asian-InspiredPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutesServings: 4Calories: ~480 kcal per serving

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken
  • 1 lb 450 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon oil vegetable or avocado
  • For the Garlic Sauce
  • 5 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or water
  • For the Noodles
  • 10 oz 280 g egg noodles or lo mein noodles
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the Noodles
  2. Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Chicken
  4. Toss chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Crisp the Chicken
  6. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook until golden and slightly crispy on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  7. Make the Sauce
  8. In the same pan, lower heat and add garlic. Cook briefly until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, honey, vinegar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and broth.
  9. Combine
  10. Simmer sauce until thick and glossy. Add chicken and noodles, tossing until evenly coated.
  11. Serve
  12. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Final Thoughts

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles are proof that simple ingredients can create deeply satisfying comfort food. This recipe delivers bold flavor, great texture, and restaurant-style appeal without complicated steps or hard-to-find ingredients. The sticky garlic sauce is the heart of the dish—rich, savory, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced—clinging to every noodle and piece of chicken.

What makes this recipe especially appealing is how dependable it is. It comes together quickly, works with pantry staples, and consistently delivers big flavor. Whether you’re cooking after a long day or looking for something cozy and indulgent, this dish always hits the mark.

It’s also highly adaptable. You can adjust sweetness, spice, and texture without losing what makes the recipe special. That flexibility makes it a great base recipe you can personalize again and again.

Most importantly, this is the kind of meal people crave. It’s comforting without being boring, bold without being overwhelming, and satisfying without feeling heavy. Leftovers reheat beautifully, making it just as enjoyable the next day.

If you’re looking for a reliable, flavorful noodle dish that feels indulgent yet practical, Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles deserve a permanent spot in your recipe rotation. Once you make it, it’s likely to become one of those go-to dinners you turn to whenever you want something cozy, savory, and irresistibly good.