Description
A vibrant and spicy garlic chicken and broccoli noodle bowl combining tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli florets, and your favorite noodles tossed in a savory and spicy soy-chili sauce. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Carbohydrates
- 8 oz noodles (your choice)
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside to be added later.
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet, cooking and stirring until browned and thoroughly cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir-fry the broccoli: Incorporate the broccoli florets into the skillet and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Add sauces: Stir in the soy sauce and chili paste, mixing thoroughly to evenly coat the chicken and broccoli.
- Toss in noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together carefully to combine the flavors.
- Season to taste: Add salt and pepper as desired, and give it one final toss.
- Serve hot: Plate the noodle bowls immediately and enjoy your spicy garlic chicken and broccoli meal while warm.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of chili paste or add red pepper flakes.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Substitute chicken breast with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian variation.
- Try using rice noodles, udon, or soba noodles depending on your preference.
- Vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas can be added for more variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Spicy garlic chicken, broccoli noodle bowl, stir-fry chicken recipe, quick Asian dinner, chicken and broccoli noodles
