If you’re looking for an easy and delicious dinner recipe, this Japanese-Style Stir Fry is all that! Chicken Yakisoba is a family favorite and tastes great!
When it comes to Japanese cuisine, there are a lot of delicious dishes to choose from. However, one dish that always stands out is chicken yakisoba. This dish is made with noodles, chicken, and vegetables, and it is absolutely delicious.
If you’re looking for a new dish to try, then you definitely need to give chicken yakisoba a try!
What is Yakisoba?
Yakisoba is a quick and easy Japanese noodle dish that can be made with chicken, pork, beef, or seafood. The noodles are stir-fried with vegetables and a savory sauce, and then served with pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce on the side if desired.
What You’ll Need
- Chicken breasts
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Onions
- Minced garlic
- Ginger paste
- Red bell pepper
- Vegetable oil
- Yakisoba noodles
For the Sauce:
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Mirin
- Sugar
Toppings: (optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
How to Make Chicken Yakisoba
- In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the oil and let it heat up. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Add the cabbage, carrots, onion, garlic, ginger, and red bell pepper to the pan and cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Cook noodles according to package. I did the microwave method to save on time.
- Add the chicken back into the pan along with the sauce and noodles. Toss everything together until it is evenly coated.
- Top with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
Tips for Making the Best Yakisoba
- Use fresh ingredients. This is key for any dish, but especially important for yakisoba. Fresh vegetables will make all the difference in the flavor and texture of your dish.
- Don’t overcook the noodles. Yakisoba noodles are meant to be soft and slightly chewy, so be careful not to overcook them.
- Don’t skimp on the sauce. A good yakisoba should be full of rich, savory flavor, so don’t be afraid to add plenty of sauce to your dish.
- Top it off with some green onion. Green onion is a classic topping for yakisoba, so don’t forget to add it on top before serving!
- Serve it hot and fresh. Yakisoba is best enjoyed piping hot, straight off the stovetop. So make sure to serve it up fresh for optimal flavor!
FAQs
Can I use other types of noodles?
If you don’t have yakisoba noodles on hand, feel free to use another type of noodle in this dish. Ramen, soba, or udon noodles would all be delicious substitutes. Just be sure to cook the noodles according to package directions before adding them to the stir-fry.
What is yakisoba sauce made of?
There are a few different ways to make yakisoba sauce, but the most common ingredients are soy sauce, mirin, sugar and oyster sauce. You can also add in other seasonings and even Worcestershire sauce.
What does chicken yakisoba taste like?
The sauce is the key to this dish! The ingredients used for the sauce give a savory, sweet, and tangy flavor.
Can I use different vegetables?
You can absolutely use different vegetables in chicken yakisoba! If you don’t have carrots or cabbage on hand, feel free to substitute in other veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, or even mushrooms. Just make sure to chop them up into bite-sized pieces so they’ll cook evenly.
Can I use pre-cooked chicken in this recipe?
If you’re short on time, you can definitely use pre-cooked chicken for this recipe. Just be sure to chop it up into bite-sized pieces before adding it to the pan. You could also use shredded chicken, which would work well in this dish.
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Recipe
Chicken Yakisoba
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into small strips
- 1/2 head cabbage chopped
- 1/2 carrot julienned
- 1/2 onion diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 red bell pepper cut into small strips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 7 oz package of yakisoba noodles
For the sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Toppings: (optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the oil and let it heat up. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Add the cabbage, carrots, onion, garlic, ginger, and red bell pepper to the pan and cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Cook noodles according to package. I did the microwave method to save on time.
- Add the chicken back into the pan along with the sauce and noodles. Toss everything together until it is evenly coated.
- Top with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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