Description
This Quick Thai Chicken Stir Fry with Noodles is a fast, flavor-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken thighs, fresh greens, garlic, and chili are tossed in a rich umami sauce and served with tender noodles. It’s one of those quick and easy dinner recipes with ground chicken (or beef alternative) that hits all the right notes—savory, spicy, sweet, and satisfying. A must-try if you’re into healthy recipes, recipes for dinner, or high-protein meals that are done in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the stir fry:
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500g chicken thigh fillets, skinless & boneless, cut into bite-size pieces
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350g fresh rolled noodles, chopped (or noodles of choice)
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2 green onions, sliced
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 bird’s eye or Thai chili, deseeded & finely chopped
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3 tbsp peanut or vegetable oil
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1 bunch pak choi, stems & leaves separated
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For the sauce:
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4 tbsp oyster sauce
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2 tbsp light soy sauce
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2 tbsp dark soy sauce
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2 tbsp honey
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4 tbsp water
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Instructions
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Mix the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauces, honey, and water. Set aside. -
Stir-Fry Base:
Heat oil in a large wok or pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic, chili, and pak choi stems. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Cook Chicken:
Add chicken pieces and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. -
Cook Noodles:
While the chicken cooks, prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside. -
Combine Ingredients:
Add the leafy pak choi to the pan, followed by the cooked noodles. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together until evenly coated.
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Finish & Serve:
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh green onions.
Notes
You can easily substitute chicken thighs with ground chicken, turkey, or tofu for variation. Add bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch. This recipe is perfect for meal prepping—just reheat and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg