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Korean Spicy Chicken Noodles

Korean Spicy Chicken Noodles: A Flavorful Comfort Dish

Discover Korean Spicy Chicken Noodles, a flavorful comfort dish that combines heat and sweetness for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 1 pack Fresh Ramen or Udon Noodles Dried udon or thick spaghetti can work in a pinch.
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Feel free to swap for pork belly or firm tofu.
For the Sauce
  • 2-3 tablespoons Gochujang Essential Korean chili paste.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adds savory umami depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Balances the heat of gochujang.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds a nutty aroma.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor enhancement.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Thinly sliced.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For texture and flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Noodles: Boil water, add ramen or udon noodles, cook for 3-5 minutes, then drain and rinse.
  2. Make the Gochujang Sauce: Mix gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, cook seasoned chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add sauce to chicken, stir to coat, cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Toss the Noodles: Fold noodles into the skillet with chicken and sauce, toss for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Serve in bowls, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze components separately for up to 3 months.

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