Description
This Spicy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Noodle Bowl is a flavorful and quick weeknight meal combining tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli florets, and your choice of noodles all tossed in a spicy garlic soy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and fresh textures that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Carbohydrates
- 8 oz noodles (your choice)
Sauce and Seasonings
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set them aside to be added later.
- Heat Oil and Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until it is browned on the outside and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes depending on thickness.
- Stir-fry Broccoli: Toss in the broccoli florets and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
- Add Sauce: Mix in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of chili paste, stirring well to evenly coat the chicken and broccoli with the spicy garlic sauce.
- Combine Noodles: Add the cooked noodles into the skillet and toss all ingredients together thoroughly to combine flavors.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve the spicy garlic chicken and broccoli noodle bowl hot for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- You can use any type of noodles you prefer such as rice noodles, egg noodles, or spaghetti.
- Adjust the amount of chili paste to control the level of spiciness.
- For added crunch, garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
- This dish can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Keywords: Spicy garlic chicken, broccoli noodles, stir-fry, quick dinner, one-pan meal, Asian chicken recipe
