Description
This 20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Udon Noodles recipe delivers a quick, flavorful Asian-inspired meal that combines tender chicken, chewy udon noodles, and a savory honey garlic sauce with a hint of spice. Perfect for a busy weeknight, it uses simple ingredients and a one-pan cooking method to create a satisfying dish packed with veggies and aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 8 ounces dried udon noodles
Sauce
- 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 chopped ginger
- 1/4 cup water
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts, thighs, or ground chicken
- 2 cups frozen stir fry veggies
- 1 tablespoon oil (for cooking chicken)
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnishes
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro or Thai basil
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Boil a pot of water and cook the udon noodles according to the package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together tamari or soy sauce, chili paste, rice vinegar, lemon juice, honey, toasted sesame oil, chopped garlic, chopped fresh ginger, and 1/4 cup water until well combined.
- Cook Chicken and Veggies: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken, seasoning with black pepper. Cook until the chicken starts to brown, about 4-5 minutes. Add the frozen stir fry vegetables and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Add Sauce and Scallions: Slowly pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and veggies in the skillet. Stir to coat everything evenly and add the chopped scallions. Bring the mixture to a low simmer to allow the flavors to meld.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the noodles and chicken.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh chopped cilantro or Thai basil. Enjoy your flavorful honey garlic chicken udon noodles!
Notes
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the chili paste to 2 tablespoons or omit entirely.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free version, or regular soy sauce if gluten is not a concern.
- Fresh vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots can be used instead of frozen.
- For added crunch, sprinkle crushed peanuts or cashews on top before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: honey garlic chicken, udon noodles, quick dinner, stir fry, Asian chicken recipe, easy chicken noodle dish, weeknight meal
