Chicken Teriyaki Noodles
A delicious childhood classic featuring tender chicken, savory teriyaki sauce, and soft udon noodles for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz udon noodles
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely sliced or grated
- ½ cup soy sauce (use low-sodium if preferred)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (light brown works best for warmth)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken and Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and honey until the sugar dissolves. Add chicken and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken (discard the leftover marinade) and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Udon Noodles: In a large pot, boil water and add udon noodles. Cook according to package instructions (usually around 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining oil and heat over medium-high. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds, taking care not to burn them. Add onions, carrots, and broccoli, cooking for 5-7 minutes until tender yet crunchy.
- Combine Chicken, Noodles, and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with a splash of the reserved marinade (if any). Stir to combine, then add cooked udon noodles and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well-coated and heated through.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Notes
For quicker preparation, consider using pre-cooked chicken. Udon noodles can be substituted with rice noodles for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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