Sesame Chicken and Soba Noodles

Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this easy-to-make Sesame Chicken and Soba Noodles recipe. Tender chicken coated in a sesame glaze served with hearty soba noodles and a mix of colorful vegetables. This dish combines the flavors of Asia with a touch of American influence. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or when you're craving Asian-inspired cuisine. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces soba noodles
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and minced garlic.
2. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and place them in a shallow dish. Pour half of the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Push vegetables to one side of the skillet and add marinated chicken to the other side. Cook for 6-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
6. Add cooked soba noodles to the skillet and pour the remaining soy sauce mixture over everything. Stir well to combine and coat the noodles and vegetables with the sauce.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

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