Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Spicy Sesame Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

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Thick udon noodles stir-fried with tender chicken strips in a spicy sesame sauce for a satisfying Asian-inspired meal. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs udon noodles, chicken breast, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz, fresh or frozen udon noodles
1 lb, thinly sliced chicken breast
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, grated ginger
1 tsp red chili flakes
3 stalks, sliced scallions
1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 12 oz udon noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes for fresh noodles. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
Step 4: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp red chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5: Add the drained udon noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar to the wok. Toss everything together and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 3 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.