Dragon Noodles with Chicken and Black Beans
Savor the bold flavors and irresistible heat of Dragon Noodles with Chicken and Black Beans, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender strips of seasoned chicken are stir-fried to golden perfection and tossed with chewy egg noodles, hearty black beans, and a savory-sweet sauce made from soy, oyster sauce, sriracha, and brown sugar for an umami-packed kick. Fragrant garlic, red pepper flakes, and a drizzle of sesame oil elevate the spice while fresh cilantro and green onions lend a refreshing finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a one-pan wonder that's easy to make and brimming with flavor in every bite. Serve with a squeeze of lime for a zesty twist, and watch your family come back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime lime wedges
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
Cook the egg noodles in a pot of boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, oyster sauce, sriracha, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Stir until combined and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Cook the chicken strips in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the black beans to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring until warmed through.
Add the cooked noodles, chicken, and prepared sauce to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.
Serve the dragon noodles hot with a lime wedge on the side for squeezing over the dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 892 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 625 mg | 13% | |
*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.
