One-pot Honey Garlic Chicken & Noodles: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner Recipe
Are you looking for an easy and delicious dinner in one pan? This one-pot Honey Garlic Chicken and noodles recipe with tender chicken, a rich and savory honey garlic sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles in just 30 minutes. This recipe is ideal for weeknights when you want something hearty but don’t want to deal with a sink full of dishes.
Why do you love this recipe?
- Quick & convenient: Ready in under 30 minutes.
- One-pot simplicity: Less cleanup, more flavor.
- Perfectly balanced: A combination of sweet honey, umami-rich soy sauce, and aromatic garlic makes it an irresistible dish.
- Easily customized: Add vegetables, switch up the protein, or make it spicy to suit your taste.
One-pot Honey Garlic Chicken and Noodles: Quick
Course: DinnerCuisine: AsianDifficulty: Medium4
servings30
minutes40
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kcalIngredients
- For the dish
2 tbsp olive oil
450g boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
1/2cup chicken broth (or water)
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
8 oz noodles (ramen, spaghetti, or stir-fry noodles)
salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional Additions:
1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas, or carrots)
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
1 tsp sesame oil (for added depth of flavor)
chopped green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
How to make one-pot honey garlic chicken & noodles
- Step 1: Prep your ingredients
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Mince the garlic.
- If using vegetables, chop them into small pieces.
- Measure out the sauce ingredients for easy access
- Step 2: Saute the chicken
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Step 3: Make the honey garlic sauce
- In the same pan, add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, rice vinegar, and chicken broth.
- Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Step 4: Add vegetables (optional but recommended)
- Toss the vegetables, and let them cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender and crispy.
- Step 5: Thicken the sauce (optional)
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir it into the pan. Let it cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Cook the noodles
- Add the uncooked noodles directly into the pan.
- Stir to coat them in the sauce, then cover and cook communion the noodle package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes).
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a bit of extra water or broth.
- Step 7: Bring it all together
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss everything together.
- Drizzle with sesame oil for added richness.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a
Nutrition information (per serving)
(Serves 4)
- Calories: ~380 kcal
- Protein: ~30g
- Carbohydrates:~40g
- Sugars: ~10g
- Fat: ~9g
- Saturated fat: ~1.5g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Sodium: ~600mg
Frequently asked questions about one-pot honey garlic chicken
1. Can I make this recipe vegetarian?
yes, you can replace the chicken with tempeh or tofu, and use vegetable broth rather than chicken broth.
2. What noodles work best?
Ramen, spaghetti, or stir-fry noodles work great. Whole grain noodles or rice noodles are also good options for a healthier twist.
3. Can I prepare it in advance?
This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers store well up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.
4. How do I make it spicier?
For a bit of heat, add red chili flakes, or a drizzle of chili oil.
5. Can I freeze it?
Freezing isn’t ideal since the noodles can become mushy but you can freeze the chicken and sauce and cook fresh noodles when you are ready to serve.
Tips for the best Honey Garlic Chicken and noodles recipe
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to keep the salt level balanced.
- Don’t overcook the noodles-they should be tender but not mushy.
- customize the vegetables based on what you have-broccoli, carrots, snap peas, and bell peppers all work well.
- Double the sauce if you like extra saucy noodles.
Final thoughts
This one-pot honey garlic chicken and noodles recipe is a lifesaver when you need a quick, delicious, and comforting meal. The balance of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and rich garlic makes it a dish you’ll come back to over and again.
Try it out, make it your own, and let me In the comments how it turned out for you!