A quick and flavorful one-pan Vermicelli Noodles recipe combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce. Perfect for a 20-minute nutritious meal for four.
Author:Paula
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Frying
Cuisine:Asian
Ingredients
Protein
350 g chicken breast, thinly sliced
Vegetables
4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1 large Chinese cabbage, thinly sliced
3 carrots, chopped into thin match sticks
1 white onion, thinly sliced
3 spring onions, thinly sliced
1 bunch of fresh coriander, torn to serve
1 lime, wedges to serve
Pasta
200 g Vermicelli noodles
Liquids & Sauces
200 ml chicken stock
5 tbsp sweet soy sauce
2 tbsp normal soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp rapeseed oil
Other
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (cornstarch slurry)
Optional chilli flakes
Instructions
Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, add the thinly sliced chicken breast and 1 tablespoon of sweet soy sauce. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken and set aside to marinate briefly.
Cook Chicken and Garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of rapeseed oil in a large deep frying pan or wok over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and finely chopped garlic. Fry for about 4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly golden. Remove chicken and garlic from the pan, set aside, and deglaze the pan with a splash of water.
Sauté Vegetables: Add the remaining rapeseed oil to the pan. Add the thinly sliced Chinese cabbage, white onion, and carrot matchsticks. Season lightly with salt and fry on high heat for about 7 minutes until the vegetables soften but still have a slight crunch.
Prepare Noodles and Sauce: While the vegetables cook, place vermicelli noodles in a bowl and pour boiling water over them. Cover with a lid or plate, and let them soak for 2 to 4 minutes until softened. In a separate jug, combine the remaining sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chicken stock, and the prepared cornstarch slurry. Mix well.
Combine All Ingredients: Once the vegetables are ready, add the sauce mixture, cooked chicken with garlic, and drained noodles into the pan. Stir continuously and cook for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is well combined.
Garnish and Serve: Serve the noodles hot, sprinkled with sliced spring onions, torn coriander, and optional chili flakes. Add lime wedges on the side for squeezing over before eating.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is sliced thinly for quick and even cooking.
Soak vermicelli noodles just until softened to prevent them from becoming mushy during the final cooking stage.
Add chili flakes to taste based on your spice preference.
This dish is best served immediately for maximum freshness.
Use a deep frying pan or wok for ample space to toss and combine ingredients effectively.