Description
An indulgent twist on the classic three-cup chicken, this noodle dish combines tender chicken, savory udon noodles, and aromatic Thai basil in a rich and flavorful sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner, this one-pan recipe brings authentic Asian flavors to your table in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Stir-Fry Sauce
- 3 tbsp Chinese cooking wine
- 2 tbsp all-purpose soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Stir-Fry
- 2 tbsp oil
- 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp freshly minced ginger
- 1 tbsp freshly minced garlic
- 450 g (1 lb) udon noodles, prepared as per the packet instructions (see note 1)
- 2 firmly packed cups (100 g) Thai basil leaves (see note 2)
Instructions
- Make the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together all the stir-fry sauce ingredients. Ensure the sugar dissolves completely and set aside. - Cook the chicken
Heat the oil in a large, deep pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear it for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Add the freshly minced ginger and garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant. - Add the sauce and noodles
Pour in the stir-fry sauce and toss in the prepared udon noodles. Use tongs to mix everything together, ensuring the noodles and chicken are evenly coated with the sauce. - Finish with basil
Remove the pan from the heat. Add in the Thai basil leaves and gently fold them into the stir-fry to wilt slightly in the residual heat. - Serve
Serve immediately while the noodles are hot and fragrant. Enjoy!
Notes
- Note 1: Fresh udon noodles are a great choice for this recipe. Most fresh noodles don’t need preparation before stir-frying, so you can add them directly to the pan. Check your package instructions for any specific directions.
- Note 2: If Thai basil is unavailable, feel free to substitute with regular basil or fresh coriander (cilantro). The dish will retain its delicious flavor profile.
- Make Ahead
- Prepare the stir-fry sauce up to 3 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Leftovers
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. However, this dish is not suitable for freezing due to the texture of the noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
