Spicy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Noodle Bowls Recipe
A flavorful and spicy garlic chicken and broccoli noodle bowl featuring tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli florets, and hearty noodles tossed in a savory soy and chili paste sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
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Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Carbohydrates
- 8 oz noodles (your choice)
Condiments & Oils
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir-fry broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry with the chicken for about 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add sauces: Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of chili paste, mixing thoroughly to evenly coat the chicken and broccoli.
- Combine noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together to combine and heat through.
- Season to taste: Season with salt and pepper according to your preference and give everything a final toss.
- Serve: Transfer the spicy garlic chicken and broccoli noodle bowl to serving dishes and enjoy hot.
Notes
- Use your preferred type of noodles such as rice noodles, egg noodles, or wheat noodles.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to suit your spice tolerance.
- For a gluten-free option, select gluten-free soy sauce and noodles.
- Adding a splash of sesame oil at the end can enhance flavor.
- Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3 days.
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