High Protein Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles

A high-protein savory dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sticky garlic sauce served over protein-enriched noodles with added eggs for extra protein.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 portions

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Asian

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1.5 lb chicken breast or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tbsp honey
4 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp grated ginger
1/2 tsp red chili flakes optional
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil
6 oz noodles rice noodles or egg noodles
3 large eggs beaten
1 cup edamame shelled
2 green onions chopped
1 tsp sesame seeds optional

Equipment

large skillet or wok
mixing bowls
whisk
Large pot for noodles

Method

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes to make the sauce
Toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat
Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside
In the same skillet, scramble the beaten eggs until cooked. Remove and set aside
Pour the sauce into the skillet and let it simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes
Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside
Add cooked noodles, chicken, scrambled eggs, and edamame to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving

Notes

For meal prep, slightly undercook noodles before storing. Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days. This dish reheats best on the stovetop with a splash of water.