Get ready to transform your kitchen into a sizzling Asian culinary paradise with this incredibly quick and irresistible Chicken and Rice Noodles stir fry! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's packed with vibrant flavors, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked vegetables that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. This isn't just a recipe—it's a flavor explosion waiting to happen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by slicing chicken breast into thin, uniform strips. Chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces, ensuring roughly equal sizes for even cooking.
- Soak rice noodles in warm water for 10-15 minutes until they become soft and pliable. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat. Allow oil to become hot but not smoking.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil, stirring quickly to prevent burning. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced chicken to the wok, spreading pieces evenly. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken turns white and begins to brown.
- Introduce mixed vegetables to the wok, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until they become crisp-tender and retain their vibrant colors.
- Add drained rice noodles to the wok, gently tossing with chicken and vegetables to combine.
- Pour soy sauce over the mixture, continuing to stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure even coating and heating.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions before serving hot.
Tips
- Prep is Key: Slice chicken and chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- High Heat Magic: Use a wok or wide skillet and keep the heat high to achieve that classic stir-fry sear and prevent soggy ingredients.
- Noodle Technique: Don't overcook rice noodles—soak them just until they're pliable, as they'll continue cooking in the wok.
- Oil Temperature Matters: Wait until the oil is hot but not smoking to get the perfect sauté and prevent burning garlic and ginger.
- Quick Stir-Frying: Keep ingredients moving constantly to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Sauce Distribution: Drizzle soy sauce gradually and stir thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Fresh Garnish: Add green onions at the very end to maintain their crisp texture and bright flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 75mg
