Gochujang Chicken Glass Noodles
- Spicy-sweet Korean-inspired glass noodles with tender chicken and vegetables in a flavorful gochujang sauce.
- A perfect balance of chewy noodles, protein, and vegetables with complex sweet-spicy flavors.
- Ready in under 30 minutes for a satisfying weeknight dinner or impressive meal for guests.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz glass noodles (dangmyeon)
- 2 chicken breasts (about 1 pound), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or cremini)
- 1 tsp vegetable oil for cooking
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Soak glass noodles in cold water for 15-20 minutes, then cook according to package directions until transparent and chewy.
- Drain noodles, rinse under cold water, and toss with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang paste, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown on one side, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir and continue cooking until chicken is no longer pink, about 2-3 more minutes.
- Add white parts of green onions, remaining garlic, and ginger to the chicken. Stir-fry for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, carrots, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Fold in baby spinach and cook just until wilted, about 30 seconds.
- Add the prepared glass noodles to the skillet. Gently toss everything together until noodles are evenly coated with sauce.
- Transfer to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with sesame seeds and green parts of sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a milder version, reduce the gochujang to 1 tablespoon and add 1 tablespoon of tomato paste.
- Glass noodles absorb sauce quickly, so serve immediately after combining for best texture.
- Store leftover components separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 876
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 65
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