Description
This quick and flavorful Chicken Stir Fry with Rice Noodles is a perfect 30-minute meal that combines tender chicken strips, colorful vegetables, and savory sauce. The dish uses simple ingredients like bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, and a tangy soy-ketchup blend to create a satisfying and wholesome stir fry served over delicate rice noodles.
Ingredients
Noodles
- 12 oz rice noodles
- 1 Tbsp vegetable oil (for noodles)
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts, sliced into bite-sized strips
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper (or 1/2 red and 1/2 green), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped
- 4 oz shiitake or portobello mushrooms, sliced
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
Sauce and Oil
- 3 Tbsp vegetable oil (divided: 1 Tbsp for noodles, 2 Tbsp for stir-frying)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (not low-sodium)
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- Few drizzles of sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook noodles: Bring a medium-sized pan of salted water to a boil. Add rice noodles and cook on medium heat for 2 to 4 minutes, depending on noodle thickness, or until barely tender. Drain the noodles and toss with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Season the chicken strips lightly with salt and black pepper. Stir-fry the chicken for about 3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add bell peppers, broccoli, and mushrooms. Sauté for 1 minute. Add the grated ginger and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes to develop flavor and slightly soften the vegetables.
- Prepare sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, ketchup, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Combine and finish stir fry: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the cooked noodles. Pour in the sauce mixture and stir-fry continuously for about 3 minutes until the chicken is fully heated through and the sauce has thickened and coated all the ingredients evenly.
- Add finishing touches: Drizzle a few drops of sesame oil over the stir fry. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste if desired. Toss everything together once more.
- Serve: Serve the chicken stir fry hot, directly from the skillet. Grab a fork and enjoy this vibrant and delicious meal!
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor in the stir fry.
- Soy sauce should be regular (not low sodium) to maintain the intended saltiness and taste.
- If preferred, substitute vegetable oil with peanut or canola oil for a different flavor profile.
- If using thicker rice noodles, adjust the boiling time accordingly to avoid overcooking.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free.
- This dish is best eaten fresh to enjoy the crispness of the vegetables and texture of the noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
