Description
This Honey Sesame Chicken Noodle Bake is a delicious one-dish meal combining tender chicken, spaghetti noodles, and a vibrant frozen vegetable medley, all smothered in a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce. Baked to perfection, it offers an easy, comforting dinner that pleases the whole family with its flavorful Asian-inspired ingredients and simple prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Noodles
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 ounces spaghetti noodles, uncooked
Vegetables
- 1 (10.8-ounce) frozen vegetable medley (Asian medley recommended)
Sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 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
Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onion
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer Noodles and Vegetables: Spread the uncooked 8 ounces of spaghetti noodles evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Distribute the frozen vegetable medley on top of the noodles in an even layer.
- Add Chicken: Place the 1 pound of chicken breast pieces evenly on top of the noodles and vegetables to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups chicken broth, ¼ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup honey, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Pour Sauce Over Dish: Carefully pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, noodles, and vegetables, allowing it to evenly coat and seep through the layers.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow the chicken to cook through and the noodles to soften.
- Stir and Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and gently stir the mixture to loosen the noodles from the bottom of the dish. Return to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the noodles are tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onion for added flavor and a fresh crunch. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use an Asian vegetable medley for the best complementary flavors.
- If chicken broth is unavailable, vegetable broth can be substituted for a lighter flavor.
- Ensure the baking dish is properly covered with foil during the first bake to keep moisture locked in for tender noodles.
- Stirring halfway through baking helps prevent noodles from sticking and ensures even cooking.
- You can adjust sweetness by varying honey or brown sugar amounts according to taste.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free pasta.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for a nuttier flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-American
