Easy Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Bowls
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
497 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Easy Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Bowls
Description
Easy Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Bowls combine chunks of boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in a teriyaki sauce made by simmering soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, honey, and water. The sauce is thickened using a cornstarch slurry, which helps it cling to the chicken after cooking. The chicken is cooked until golden brown in a skillet along with broccoli, which softens and slightly caramelizes.
Fresh ramen noodles are boiled until tender and then combined with the glazed chicken and broccoli to form a complete bowl with a balanced mix of protein, vegetables, and carbs. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added aroma and texture.
This meal is suited for lunch or dinner and provides a flavorful teriyaki experience made from scratch without pre-made sauces. Its combination of tender chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, and springy noodles delivers pleasing textures and savory-sweet notes in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch skip for keto version
- ⅓ cup soy sauce use teriyaki coconut aminos for keto version, reduced sodium
- ¼ cup brown sugar use teriyaki coconut aminos for keto version
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons honey use teriyaki coconut aminos for keto version
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 ramen noodles 5.6-ounce packages; seasoning sauce packets discarded; use shiritaki noodles for keto version
- 3 cups broccoli crowns
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a small pan over medium heat, add soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, honey and 1 cup water; bring to a slow and steady simmer.
- while your sauce simmers, whisk together cornstarch and 1/4 cup water.
- Slowly stir in cornstarch mixture until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes; let cool to room temperature.
- Reserve 1/4 cup and set aside in an airtight container.
- In a plastic bag or large bowl, combine teriyaki sauce and chicken; marinate for at least 30 minutes to overnight, tossing the bag occasionally to evenly coat chicken.
- When ready to cook, remove chicken from marinade.
- In a large pot of boiling water, add ramen sheets until soft - about 4 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmery, about 40 seconds.
- Add chicken and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add broccoli to pan and cook to soft and browned, about 4 minutes. Chicken should be golden brown and cooked through.
- Stir in ramen noodles and 1/4 cup reserved soy sauce mixture until well combined, about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and green onion.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 497 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 497kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 139mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 1625mg | 68% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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