Sweet and Spicy Udon Noodles with Chicken and Green Beans

This vibrant noodle bowl brings together tender chicken strips, chewy udon noodles and a colorful mix of green beans, red onion and mushrooms. The star is a glossy, sweet-and-spicy sauce made with apricot jam, soy sauce and chili flakes-perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights when you crave something flavorful but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Serve it straight from the wok for a meal that’s as delicious as it is easy.

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into stripsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 packs (7 oz each) udon noodlesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup green beans, trimmed and halvedView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 red onion, thinly slicedView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup sliced mushroomsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 tablespoons apricot jamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoons soy sauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon chili flakesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoons vegetable oilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt and pepper to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Cook udon noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together apricot jam, soy sauce and chili flakes to make the sauce.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add chicken strips, season with salt and pepper and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
4. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Add green beans, red onion and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Return chicken to the skillet. Add cooked noodles and the sauce. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through and well coated.
6. Divide among bowls and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

This dish is best served fresh, but you can prep the ingredients in advance. Store cooked noodles and sauce separately, then stir-fry everything together just before serving.

What can I substitute for apricot jam?

Peach jam, orange marmalade or honey mixed with a little rice vinegar can replace apricot jam for a similar sweet-tangy flavor.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Udon noodles are typically made from wheat, so they contain gluten. Use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce to make it gluten-free.