Honey Sesame Chicken Noodle Bake
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken, vegetables, and spaghetti noodles in a sweet and savory honey sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces) Fresh chicken is recommended, but rotisserie chicken can work.
- 8 ounces spaghetti noodles (uncooked) Whole wheat noodles can be used for a healthier twist.
- 1 package (10.8-ounce) frozen vegetable medley An Asian medley is recommended, but fresh vegetables can be substituted.
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Ensure it's mixed well with the liquid for thickness.
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onion (for garnish) Optional garnish for added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place 8 ounces of uncooked spaghetti noodles in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the frozen vegetable medley on top of the uncooked spaghetti noodles.
- Add chicken breast pieces on top of the noodles and vegetables.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch.
- Pour the mixture over the pasta, vegetables, and chicken.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and gently stir to loosen the noodles from the bottom of the pan.
- Bake uncovered for another 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the noodles are tender.
Serving
- Serve hot straight from the oven, topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm in the oven or microwave.