Sesame Soba Noodles with Chicken Thighs and Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 cup snow peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 8 ounces soba noodles
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
• 2 green onions, sliced

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic, bell pepper, snow peas, soy sauce and ginger. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Add the soba noodles and reserved sesame oil mixture and cook until the noodles are heated through, about 3 minutes.
5. Garnish the noodles with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Soba noodles are a type of Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour.
• Sesame oil is a type of oil made from sesame seeds and has a nutty flavor.
• Soy sauce is a widely used condiment in Asian cuisine and adds a salty flavor to dishes.