Save A vibrant stir fry featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and noodles tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner.
This recipe has become a family favorite because it combines fresh ingredients with a tangy sauce that everyone loves.
Ingredients
- Protein: 500 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- Marinade: 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp cornstarch 1 tsp sesame oil
- Noodles: 250 g (9 oz) egg noodles or rice noodles
- Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 cup snap peas, trimmed 2 medium carrots, julienned 2 spring onions, sliced
- Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp oyster sauce 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 1 tsp lemon zest 2 tbsp water
- For Cooking: 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Garnish (optional): Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped Lemon wedges Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine chicken slices with 2 tbsp soy sauce cornstarch and sesame oil. Toss well and marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook Noodles:
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain rinse with cold water and set aside.
- Mix Sauce:
- In a small bowl whisk together all sauce ingredients soy sauce lemon juice honey oyster sauce garlic ginger lemon zest and water.
- Cook Chicken:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir fry until just cooked through 4 5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Stir Fry Vegetables:
- Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir fry bell pepper snap peas and carrots for 2 3 minutes until just tender but crisp.
- Combine:
- Return chicken to the pan add the noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together over high heat until well combined and heated through about 2 minutes.
- Add Spring Onions:
- Stir in spring onions.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately garnished with cilantro lemon wedges and sesame seeds if desired.
Save Making this dish always brings us together in the kitchen and around the table for a delicious family meal.
Preparation Tips
Slice vegetables uniformly for even cooking and marinate the chicken for best flavor absorption.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a side of steamed rice or a fresh green salad to make it a complete meal.
Storage Information
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Save This dish combines speed and flavor brilliantly making it perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of noodles work best in this dish?
Egg or rice noodles are ideal, as they absorb the zesty sauce well and complement the savory chicken and vegetables.
- → How can I add more heat to the stir fry?
Incorporate sliced fresh chili or sprinkle chili flakes into the sauce to give the dish a pleasant spicy kick.
- → Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, substitute chicken with tofu and replace oyster sauce with a vegetarian alternative to maintain rich flavor.
- → What is the best way to marinate the chicken?
Combine soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil with thin chicken slices and let them sit for 10 minutes for optimal tenderness and flavor.
- → How do I keep the vegetables crisp?
Stir fry the bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots briefly for 2-3 minutes over high heat so they remain tender yet crisp.