Name: Yakisoba Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, thinly sliced; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tsp cornstarch; 2 (5 oz) packs yakisoba noodles (fresh or pre-cooked, sauce packet discarded); 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or canola oil); 2 cups shredded green cabbage; 1 small carrot, julienned; ½ onion, thinly sliced; ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp sugar; Toasted sesame seeds; Extra green onions; Pickled ginger (optional)

Description

Yakisoba Chicken is a flavorful Japanese stir-fried noodle dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory-sweet sauce in one sizzling pan. Quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying, it’s the perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or meal prep lunch that feels like takeout—without leaving your kitchen.

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken & Marinade:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, thinly sliced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp cornstarch

For the Yakisoba Noodles:

2 (5 oz) packs yakisoba noodles (fresh or pre-cooked, sauce packet discarded)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (or canola oil)

For the Stir-Fry:

2 cups shredded green cabbage
1 small carrot, julienned
½ onion, thinly sliced
½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

For the Yakisoba Sauce:

3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp sugar

For Garnish & Serving:

Toasted sesame seeds
Extra green onions
Pickled ginger (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
Toss to coat evenly and let it sit for 10–15 minutes while you prep the rest.

Step 2: Prepare the Yakisoba Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar.
Set aside for later.

Step 3: Soften the Noodles
If using pre-cooked yakisoba noodles, soak them in warm water for a few minutes to loosen.
Drain and gently separate them with your hands.

Step 4: Stir-Fry the Chicken
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked and slightly browned.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 5: Cook the Vegetables
In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed.
Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for about 1 minute.
Add cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper, and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 6: Combine Everything
Add the softened noodles to the pan with vegetables.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan.
Pour the yakisoba sauce over everything.
Toss well using tongs or a spatula to coat the ingredients evenly.
Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has absorbed.

Step 7: Garnish & Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions.
Serve hot with pickled ginger on the side if desired.

Notes

Slice Chicken Thin – Helps it cook quickly and stay tender.
Use High Heat – Stir-frying works best with a hot pan to sear ingredients.
Prep Ingredients First – Have everything ready to go, as stir-frying moves fast.
Don’t Overcrowd the Pan – If necessary, cook in batches to maintain heat.
Tweak the Sauce – Taste and adjust the yakisoba sauce for saltiness or sweetness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine: Japanese