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Better Than Takeout Chicken Udon Noodle Stir Fry

Better Than Takeout Chicken Udon Noodle Stir Fry

Tender chicken, chewy udon noodles, and crisp vegetables tossed in a sweet and spicy honey garlic ginger soy sauce. This easy one pan chicken udon stir fry is ready in about 20 minutes and tastes better than takeout.
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Recipe Type: Dinner
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 370kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch for chicken
  • 1 package udon noodles
  • ½ cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup chopped zucchini
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sriracha more to taste
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Optional: pinch white pepper or black pepper

Instructions

  • Prep the chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with 1 tablespoon cornstarch until evenly coated.
  • Cook the noodles: Prepare the udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Make the sauce: In a small bowl whisk together dark soy sauce, honey, sriracha, garlic, ginger, water, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth.
  • Brown the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Cook the vegetables: Add more oil if needed, then add carrots and broccoli. Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini and cook 2-3 additional minute until crisp tender.
  • Combine: Return the chicken to the pan and add the green onions and cooked udon noodles.
  • Add sauce: Pour the sauce over everything and toss continuously for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened and glossy and evenly coated.
  • Serve: Divide into 4 servings and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 911mg | Potassium: 504mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 2439IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg