Pin A vibrant stir fry featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and noodles tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner.
I love making this dish when I need a tasty meal on the table fast. The lemon-garlic sauce really brightens up the flavors.
Ingredients
- Protein: 500 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- Marinade: 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp cornstarch 1 tsp sesame oil
- Noodles: 250 g (9 oz) egg noodles or rice noodles
- Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 cup snap peas, trimmed 2 medium carrots, julienned 2 spring onions, sliced
- Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp oyster sauce 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 1 tsp lemon zest 2 tbsp water
- For Cooking: 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Garnish (optional): Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped Lemon wedges Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, combine chicken slices with 2 tbsp soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Toss well and marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2:
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- Step 3:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients: soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, oyster sauce, garlic, ginger, lemon zest, and water.
- Step 4:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir fry until just cooked through, 4–5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 5:
- Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir fry bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots for 2–3 minutes until just tender but crisp.
- Step 6:
- Return chicken to the pan, add the noodles, and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together over high heat until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Step 7:
- Stir in spring onions.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro, lemon wedges, and sesame seeds if desired.
Pin This stir fry always brings the family together around the dinner table for a quick and satisfying meal.
Required Tools
Large wok or nonstick skillet Saucepan (for noodles) Mixing bowls Tongs or spatula Knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains soy (soy sauce, oyster sauce), gluten (egg noodles, soy sauce unless using gluten-free versions), and eggs (egg noodles). Always double-check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 410 Total Fat: 10 g Carbohydrates: 46 g Protein: 32 g per serving
Pin This dish is a bright and flavorful weeknight option that everyone will enjoy.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of noodles work best?
Egg noodles or rice noodles both absorb the zesty sauce well and maintain a pleasant texture when stir fried.
- → Can I substitute the chicken protein?
Yes, firm tofu works well as a plant-based alternative; use vegetarian oyster sauce for the same flavor profile.
- → How do I achieve a crisp-tender vegetable texture?
Stir fry the vegetables briefly over high heat, about 2-3 minutes, so they stay tender yet crisp.
- → Can this dish be made gluten-free?
Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce and swap egg noodles for rice noodles to keep it gluten-free.
- → What garnishes complement this dish?
Fresh cilantro, lemon wedges, and toasted sesame seeds add aroma, bright citrus notes, and texture.