Funky Chicken With Sesame Noodles Recipe

Name: Funky Chicken With Sesame Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sesame Noodles; 1 lb spaghettini (get the thinnest spaghetti you can find); 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup sesame oil (some reviewers have said that 1/2 cup of oil is too much and have halved the amount, so use your own); 1/3 cup sugar; 3 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup sesame seeds (or more); Funky Chicken; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried); 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; sesame oil, for sauteing

Servings: persons

Sesame Noodles
1 lb spaghettini (get the thinnest spaghetti you can find)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sesame oil (some reviewers have said that 1/2 cup of oil is too much and have halved the amount, so use your own)
1/3 cup sugar
3 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sesame seeds (or more)
Funky Chicken
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
sesame oil, for sauteing

1
First make the sesame noodles: Cook the spaghetti according to package directions.
2
Drain (I also rinse).
3
In a jar, add the soy sauce, sesame oil and the sugar.
4
Shake until well blended and the sugar has dissolved.
5
Pour this over the pasta.
6
Toss with scallions and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.
7
Set aside while you marinate and then cook the chicken.
8
Funkying the chicken: In a bowl mix the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, garlic, brown sugar and the ginger.
9
Make sure the sugar has pretty much dissolved.
10
Add the chicken, making sure it's all coated with the sauce.
11
Cover and stick in the fridge for 2-3 hours.
12
Remove the chicken from the marinade, and toss out the marinade left at the bottom of the bowl.
13
Heat the sesame oil in a large non-stick pan.
14
Add the chicken in batches and saute for about 10 minutes, or until done, adding more sesame oil as needed.
15
Remove the chicken from the pan and let cool slightly.
16
Slice the chicken diagonally into thin strips.
17
Serve the chicken over the sesame noodles.
18
Stand back and watch your guests/children/loved ones inhale this dish.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sesame Noodles, 1 lb spaghettini (get the thinnest spaghetti you can find), 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup sesame oil (some reviewers have said that 1/2 cup of oil is too much and have halved the amount, so use your own), and more.

Yes, Funky Chicken With Sesame Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Funky Chicken With Sesame Noodles

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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