Craving a quick, mouthwatering meal that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Asia? Look no further! Our Chicken and Broccoli Sesame Noodles are about to become your new obsession. Imagine tender, perfectly seasoned chicken, crisp broccoli, and silky noodles, all dancing together in a symphony of sesame-infused flavors. This restaurant-quality dish is so easy to make, you'll wonder why you ever ordered takeout again!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces noodles
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- While noodles are cooking, prepare the chicken by seasoning with salt and pepper. Cut chicken breast into thin, even slices to ensure quick and uniform cooking.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and swirl to coat the pan.
- Add sliced chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
- Drain the cooked noodles and return them to the pot. Add the cooked chicken, broccoli, soy sauce, remaining sesame oil, and sesame seeds.
- Toss everything together until noodles are evenly coated and ingredients are well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and an extra sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving hot.
Tips
- Slice chicken thinly and evenly to ensure quick, uniform cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Don't overcook the broccoli - you want it bright green and crisp-tender to maintain its nutritional value and texture.
- Use high-quality sesame oil for an authentic, rich flavor that truly makes this dish sing.
- For extra crunch, toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before adding them to the dish.
- If you like heat, add a drizzle of sriracha or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use fresh green onions as a garnish to add a bright, fresh note to the finished dish.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 95mg
