Best Spicy Garlic Chicken Noodle Bowls (30-Min Easy)

Combine the chicken pieces with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, white pepper, and salt in a medium bowl, tossing until every piece is evenly coated.

Let the marinated chicken sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients for your spicy garlic chicken noodle bowls.

Cook the rice noodles according to package directions until just tender, drain thoroughly, rinse with cold water to stop cooking, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil to prevent sticking.

Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until the honey dissolves completely into the soy sauce mixture and set aside.

Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until it shimmers and begins to smoke slightly.

Add the marinated chicken in a single layer without crowding the pan and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to develop a golden crust.

Stir the chicken and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown on all sides and cooked through to 165°F internal temperature.

Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside while you prepare the vegetables for your spicy garlic chicken noodle bowls.

Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same wok, then add the minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.

Toss in the broccoli florets and red bell pepper, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until the broccoli turns bright green and develops some charred spots.

Return the cooked chicken to the wok along with the cooked noodles and pour the spicy garlic sauce over everything.

Toss everything together vigorously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and evenly coats all the noodles, chicken, and vegetables in your spicy garlic chicken noodle bowls.

Add the sliced green onions and cashews if using, tossing for another 30 seconds to warm through.

Remove from heat and divide the spicy garlic chicken noodle bowls among four serving bowls, garnishing each with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving immediately.