Chicken Dragon Noodles
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Chicken Dragon Noodles are a fast skillet meal with a bold sauce and tender chicken. This recipe works well for busy nights and still feels special enough to repeat often.
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
Key Takeaways
- Chicken Dragon Noodles are a quick skillet meal featuring tender chicken and bold sauce.
- The dish cooks rapidly and is easily customizable for spice levels and protein choices.
- Use slightly undercooked noodles to avoid sogginess and stir-fry chicken quickly for the best results.
- Follow these simple steps: cook the noodles, prepare the sauce, stir-fry the chicken and vegetables, then combine everything.
- This recipe is perfect for busy nights, offering bold flavors and flexibility with leftovers.
What are Chicken Dragon Noodles?
Chicken Dragon Noodles are a skillet noodle dish made with chicken and a spicy, slightly sweet sauce. As you would imagine anything called ‘dragon’ would be hot and spicy, the name comes from the heat and bold flavor of the sauce, which usually includes chili-based seasonings. The noodles are tossed in at the end, bringing the wonderful flavors and textures together.
This dish is a popular Asian-inspired dish that cooks quickly and uses simple steps. The chicken is cooked first, the sauce is simmered briefly, and the noodles are mixed in to finish. It is often made as a weeknight meal and can be adjusted for more or less heat based on preference.
More recipes to try are Char Siu Chicken Ramen, SRIRACHA RAMEN NOODLE RECIPE, and Ground Beef Mongolian Noodles.
To make this dish, cook the noodles just until tender and set them aside. I cut the chicken into thin strips so it cooks quickly over medium heat. You’ll want to stir it frequently to prevent overcooking. Add the sauce, let it simmer briefly, then toss the noodles in at the end. Give it a quick mix, and you’re ready to eat!
PMc says:
One personal tip we use is to prep everything before turning on the stove. This keeps the cooking process smooth and stress-free. We also like to slice the chicken thin so it cooks faster.
Nutritional information for Chicken Dragon Noodles
Chicken Dragon Noodles provide protein from the chicken and energy from the noodles. The sauce adds flavor without needing heavy cooking methods. You can adjust portions to fit your needs.
Cooking tips and substitutions
Cook the noodles slightly underdone so they do not soften after mixing with the sauce.
Use a skillet or a wide pan so the chicken browns rather than steams.
Adjust the heat by adding more or less chili sauce to control the spice level.
Swap the chicken for shrimp or tofu, using the same cooking method.
Use gluten-free noodles if needed and follow the package timing.
Why you’ll ❤️ this recipe.
⚡Quick to make on busy nights.
🫑Bold flavor without extra steps
🌶️Easy to adjust spice level
🔄️Works well for leftovers
🍤Flexible with proteins and noodles
😋Flavorful, tender, and juicy
Method
Time needed: 25 minutes
Chicken Dragon Noodles made fast with tender chicken, bold sauce, and simple steps for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Cook the Noodles:
Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, ketchup, sriracha, honey, water, and cornstarch. Stir until smooth and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Veggies:
In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Combine & Sauce:
Return chicken to the pan. Add noodles and pour in the dragon sauce. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the noodles.
Chicken Dragon Noodles FAQ
Ramen, udon, or egg noodles are best suited to hold the sauce.
It’s meant to have a kick. However, you can adjust the heat by adjusting the Sriracha sauce.
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. When reheating, add a small splash of water or chicken broth to help loosen the sauce and restore moisture.
Conclusion
Chicken Dragon Noodles are simple, bold, and delicious. The steps are easy to follow, and the results are always a hit. It is a recipe that fits into regular meal plans without extra work.
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Chicken Dragon Noodles
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces noodles 225 g, ramen, udon, or egg noodles
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 15 mL
- 1 pound chicken breast thinly sliced (450 g)
- 1 medium bell pepper any color, thinly sliced – 120 g
- 2 medium garlic cloves minced – 6 g
- ½ teaspoon ginger grated – 1 g
- ¼ cup soy sauce 60 mL
- ¼ cup ketchup 60 mL
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce or chili garlic sauce, 30 mL
- 2 tablespoons honey 30 mL
- 2 tablespoons water 30 mL
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch 3 g
Instructions
Step 1 – Cook the Noodles:
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.8 ounces noodles
Step 2 – Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, ketchup, sriracha, honey, water, and cornstarch. Stir until smooth and set aside.¼ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons water, 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Step 3 – Cook the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.1 pound chicken breast, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Step 4 – Sauté Veggies:
- In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.2 medium garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon ginger, 1 medium bell pepper
Step 5 – Combine & Sauce:
- Return chicken to the pan. Add noodles and pour in the dragon sauce. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the noodles.
Notes
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