Description
Chicken Teriyaki Noodles is a quick and flavorful dinner combining tender chicken, vibrant fresh vegetables, and a savory natural teriyaki sauce tossed with perfectly cooked noodles. This balanced meal blends sweet, salty, and umami tastes effortlessly, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, sliced into bite-sized strips
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
Noodles
- 8 oz rice noodles or egg-free wheat noodles
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (natural)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (natural)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (natural)
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Other
- Sesame oil (natural) for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar or maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, a drizzle of sesame oil, and natural gelling agent. Set aside to let flavors meld while preparing other ingredients.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a splash of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add more sesame oil if needed. Stir-fry the bell peppers, snap peas, and carrots for 3-4 minutes, keeping them slightly crisp and warmed through.
- Cook the Noodles: Prepare the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cool water to prevent sticking, then add the noodles to the skillet with the vegetables.
- Combine Everything: Return the chicken to the skillet, pour the prepared sauce over all ingredients, and toss gently but thoroughly. Allow the natural gelling agent to thicken the sauce slightly and coat every noodle and vegetable with a glossy teriyaki glaze.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger and garlic for richer flavor compared to dried or powdered forms.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to help chicken and vegetables brown evenly by cooking in batches if needed.
- Reserve some noodle cooking water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick during tossing.
- Adjust sweetness or acidity by tasting and tweaking brown sugar or apple cider vinegar amounts to your preference.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or chopped scallions just before serving for added texture and appearance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Chicken Teriyaki, Teriyaki Noodles, Quick Dinner, Stir Fry, Asian Noodles, Gluten Free Dinner
