Saucy Gochujang Noodles with Chicken
Ingredients
- 3 tbspsoy sauce
- 2 tbspgochujang sauce)
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- 2 tbsptomato paste
- 2 tbsppeanut butter
- 2 tbspwater
- 1 tbspbrown sugar
- 1 tbspsesame oil
- 1 cloveminced garlic
- 1 cbroth or water for thinning the sauce
- 1 lbground chicken
could also use pork
- ½ tspsalt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 2packets ramen or stir fry noodles
just the noodles
- 1 cfresh spinach
- ¼ cchives
scallions, cilantro, basil, or whatever herbs you like for topping
- salt to taste
- 1 tbspchili oil for finishing
- 1 tbspsesame seeds for finishing
Directions
- 1
Whisk the sauce ingredients (except the extra broth) in a small bowl or shake together in a jar. It should form a thick sauce.
- 2
Cook the chicken in a large skillet over medium high heat. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 3
Boil the noodles for just a few minutes to soften. Drain and set aside.
- 4
When the chicken is done, add spinach, cooked noodles, and sauce to the pan, keeping it over medium high heat. Toss to combine; heat until the spinach is wilted. Add extra water or broth to thin the sauce, a little at a time, to get the sauciness that you like (I usually add about 1 1/2 cups total).
- 5
Serve topped with fresh herbs, scallions, chili oil, sesame seeds, and whatever else you like.
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About this Recipe
Craving a spicy, peanutty, and deeply satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together in a flash? These Saucy Gochujang Noodles with Chicken are your new go-to for incredibly flavorful comfort food. It's a quick fix for those intense spicy noodle cravings, all from your own kitchen.
What makes these gochujang noodles truly special is the harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, all coated on tender ramen or stir-fry noodles. The rich, velvety sauce, made with gochujang, creamy peanut butter, and aromatic sesame oil, clings perfectly to hearty ground chicken, ensuring every bite is packed with deliciousness.
Prepare for a bold and incredibly comforting dish that hits all the right notes. You'll experience a delightful chew from the noodles, enveloped in a luscious, slightly sweet, and unmistakably spicy sauce with a subtle nutty undertone. The ground chicken adds a satisfying heartiness, making this a truly fulfilling meal that promises warmth and flavor in every forkful. It's an easy yet impressive dish that tastes far more complex than its simple preparation suggests, perfect for chasing away the chill or simply enjoying a flavorful dinner.
Easily adapt these saucy noodles to your pantry or preferences. You can swap the ground chicken for ground pork for a different richness, or make it vegetarian by opting for a plant-based ground meat substitute or extra firm tofu, and using vegetable broth. Don't have chives on hand? Scallions, fresh cilantro, or fragrant basil make fantastic alternative toppings to brighten the dish.
These spicy gochujang noodles are perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner when you need comfort and speed. Serve them hot, garnished generously with your favorite fresh herbs and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, for a restaurant-quality experience right at home.