Ingredients

Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather our ingredients. I always recommend using the freshest produce you can find to make the flavors truly shine. Here’s what you’ll need:

12 ounces of egg noodles
1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tablespoons of soy sauce
2 tablespoons of honey
1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
1 tablespoon of sesame oil
1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
3 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste

If you don’t have egg noodles on hand, feel free to substitute with rice noodles or even spaghetti in a pinch. The vegetable oil can be replaced with any neutral oil you have available, and if sesame oil isn’t in your pantry, a dash of peanut oil could offer a lovely nutty aroma.

Instructions

Let’s walk through the steps for creating this delightful dish. Remember, cooking should be enjoyable, much like the afternoons spent with my abuela, where the kitchen was our playground.

Start by cooking the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Set this sauce aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium, add the garlic sauce to the skillet, and stir to coat the chicken. Allow it to simmer for about 2 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet along with the sesame oil and red pepper flakes. Toss everything together until the noodles are fully coated in the sticky sauce.
Remove from heat and stir in the green onions. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a bit of crunch and visual appeal.

And there you have it! A dish that’s not only flavorful but also carries the warmth of shared meals and cherished memories.

Author: Jenny
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: International