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20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Udon Noodles.

A quick, savory-sweet honey garlic udon with tender chicken and veggies ready in about 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces dried udon noodles
  • 1/2 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 3-4 tablespoons chili paste
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 6 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger chopped
  • 1 pound thinly sliced chicken (breasts, thighs, or ground chicken)
  • 2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
  • 1/4 cup scallions chopped
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs chopped cilantro or Thai basil, for serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the udon noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together tamari or soy sauce, chili paste, rice vinegar, lemon juice, honey, toasted sesame oil, chopped garlic, chopped ginger, and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, season with black pepper, and cook until no longer pink, about 4–6 minutes for thin slices or ground chicken.
  4. Add the frozen stir-fry vegetables to the skillet and cook 2–3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Slowly pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the chicken and vegetables, add the chopped scallions, and bring to a low simmer.
  6. Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and toss gently, cooking until the sauce evenly coats the noodles and everything is heated through, about 1–2 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately topped with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro or Thai basil.

Notes

  • Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Adjust chili paste to control heat level.
  • Thinly slice chicken for quickest cooking.
  • Frozen vegetables can be varied based on preference.