One-Pot Honey Garlic Chicken and Noodles

One-Pot Honey Garlic Chicken and Noodles is a quick, comforting meal packed with tender chicken, soft noodles, and a rich sweet-savory honey-garlic sauce. Everything cooks in one pan, making cleanup easy and the flavors beautifully blended. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner.

⏱ PREP TIME

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: ~35 minutes
Servings: 4

🍳 EQUIPMENT

Large deep skillet or pot
Knife & cutting board
Mixing bowl
Tongs or spatula
Measuring cups & spoons

🧾 INGREDIENTS

For the chicken

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, bite-size pieces
Salt & pepper to taste

For the sauce

⅓ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp ketchup (optional, for depth)
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)

For the noodles

8 oz egg noodles (or spaghetti / ramen)
2½ cups chicken broth
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, peas, or bell peppers)

For garnish (optional)

Green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds

📝 INGREDIENT NOTES

Chicken thighs stay juicier, but breast works well too.
Low-sodium soy sauce keeps the dish balanced.
Egg noodles give the best soft texture, but any pasta works.
Fresh garlic is key for the signature flavor.

👩‍🍳 INSTRUCTIONS

1️⃣ Cook the chicken

Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook 5–6 minutes until browned.

2️⃣ Make the honey garlic base

Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in honey, soy sauce, and ketchup (if using). Stir well.

3️⃣ Add noodles and broth

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add noodles and vegetables. Stir so noodles are mostly submerged.

4️⃣ Simmer

Cover and cook 8–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and liquid reduces.

5️⃣ Thicken the sauce

Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until sauce becomes glossy and slightly thick.

6️⃣ Serve

Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve warm.

🥗 NUTRITION FACTS (approx. per serving)

Calories: ~480
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 55g
Fat: 14g
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 780mg

⭐ TIPS FOR PERFECT HONEY GARLIC CHICKEN NOODLES

✔ Cut chicken evenly for quick cooking
✔ Stir noodles occasionally so they don’t stick
✔ Add broth gradually if noodles absorb too fast
✔ Finish with a squeeze of lemon for brightness
✔ Let sit 3 minutes before serving so sauce thickens