Baked Sesame Chicken Noodles
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner routine with Baked Sesame Chicken Noodles, a mouthwatering fusion of tender, oven-baked chicken thighs and savory sesame-infused noodles. This recipe combines the bold flavors of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey to create a perfectly balanced glaze that caramelizes deliciously in the oven. Tossed with lo mein or spaghetti noodles in a rich, silky sauce thickened with a cornstarch slurry, this dish is topped off with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and green onions for a delightful crunch and fresh flair. Ready in just 50 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for dinner parties or a cozy family meal. Pro tip: Add a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat, and serve with a side of steamed veggies for a complete meal. Delicious, hearty, and easy to make, this dish is your new go-to for Asian-inspired comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp ginger
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 250 g lo mein or spaghetti noodles
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and ginger.
Place the chicken thighs on the prepared baking tray and brush generously with the sesame glaze mixture. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the glaze for later use.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
While the chicken bakes, cook the noodles in boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining sesame oil and the reserved sesame glaze mixture. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and bring to a simmer until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Mix in 1-2 tablespoons of soy sauce and sprinkle with red chili flakes for some heat, if desired.
Once the chicken is baked, slice it into bite-sized pieces.
Transfer the sesame noodles to serving plates or a large serving bowl, top with the sliced chicken, and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Baked Sesame Chicken Noodles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1277 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 433 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
