One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles checks all of the right boxes for a weeknight dinner recipe! It’s easy, flavorful, and filling. Tender noodles, protein-packed chicken and a medley of nutritious veggies are cooked in just one pan with the best sweet and tangy sauce!
There are two words that win me over every time – “one pan.” Enjoy more easy one pan recipes like Tuscan Orzo with Chicken, Sausage and Rice and Chicken Meatballs with Orzo.
Table of Contents
- Why we love it:
- Ingredients Needed for One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles
- How to make One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles
- Variations and Substitutions
- How to store One Pan Teriyaki Chicken Noodles
- Can I freeze teriyaki chicken noodles?
- Serving suggestions:
- More one pan meals you’ll love!
- One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles Recipe
This one pan teriyaki chicken and noodles recipe has saved me from ordering take-out so many times! This quick and easy homemade recipe is just so much better than what shows up in the little cardboard box — and just as quick!
There are so many bold flavors in the sauce that are created by soy sauce, honey, and more! If you have a selective eater at the table, this might just be the recipe to use to get them to eat their meat and veggies.
Oh, and did I mention just how easy it is? One pan dinners are the BEST!
Why we love it:
- Sneaky veggies – It can be a struggle to get kids to eat their veggies sometimes. That’s why I like to add them into recipes like this one. The sauce coats them in the best way and makes them extra delicious!
- The SAUCE – I don’t know if you’ve caught on… But the homemade teriyaki sauce is really my favorite part of this whole recipe. It’s sweet, tangy, and easy to make in a matter of seconds. You’ll never want store-bought teriyaki again!
- Easy clean up – One pan means less dishes to clean. Less dishes to clean means a much happier family!
Loretta says “Made this for dinner tonight. Very easy, quick & quite delish. . .My kind of meal. It’s a keeper :-)!!”
Ingredients Needed for One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles
- Chicken: Chicken breasts are my personal favorite protein to use in this recipe. However, boneless skinless chicken thighs also work!
- Spaghetti: You can use another type of noodle if preferred. Note that the cooking time may change, so follow the instructions on the package.
- Chicken broth: Low sodium broth is preferred. The soy sauce in this recipe already lends a good salty flavor.
- Veggies: I love this mix of matchstick carrots, snap peas and bell peppers. Garnishing with fresh green onions also adds great fresh flavor. Feel free to toss in more veggies like broccoli, bean sprouts, or whatever else needs to get out of the fridge!
- Ginger and garlic: For both of these ingredients, I recommend using fresh options – not paste or pre-minced alternatives. Fresh garlic and ginger create the most amazing flavor and aroma.
- Vinegar: White wine vinegar gives the sauce a slightly tangy flavor.
- Honey: Adds sweetness to balance out our savory, salty flavors.
- Soy Sauce: Low-sodium soy sauce is preferred. You can also use coconut aminos or tamari instead if you’d like.
How to make One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles
Take a quick look at how to toss together this teriyaki chicken and noodles recipe! Keep scrolling to the recipe card for more exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.
- Cook the chicken until lightly browned on all sides and fully cooked through.
- Add the veggies and cook until softened, but still crisp.
- Pour all of the sauce ingredients into the pot.
- Bring to a simmer and stir in the spaghetti noodles. Lower the heat and simmer until the noodles are fully cooked. Stir often!
Variations and Substitutions
- Make it meatless: Omit the chicken meat and use vegetable broth for a vegetarian friendly noodle dish. You could also use tofu instead of chicken to still include protein, but you’ll want to set the tofu aside once it’s cooked, then add it to the dish right at the end. It’ll get mushy if cooked with the noodles.
- Go gluten-free: Use gluten-free noodles and cook them according to package directions. Also keep in mind that soy sauce has gluten, so you’ll want to use coconut aminos or tamari instead.
- Add more veggies: Broccoli, beansprouts, baby corn, water chestnuts, cabbage, mushrooms, bok choy… I could keep going! There are so many ways to add more nutrients to this healthy dinner recipe.
- Make it spicy: Take a walk on the wild side by sprinkling in some crushed red pepper flakes. Or, stir some chili garlic sauce when you add the other sauce ingredients to the pan.
How to store One Pan Teriyaki Chicken Noodles
Let your leftovers fully cool to room temperature prior to storing. Keep everything in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Add a splash of broth or water and reheat for 30 seconds at a time in the microwave, stirring each time it stops, until warmed through.
Can I freeze teriyaki chicken noodles?
Sure thing! Let everything cool to room temperature, then transfer it all into an airtight freezer-safe container. It will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let it thaw in the fridge prior to reheating.
Keep in mind that both the pasta and the veggies will have a softer texture after freezing, so if you like your pasta al dente this may not be the best option for you.
Serving suggestions:
Typically, I don’t serve this one pan dinner recipe with a side dish. There’s already meat, noodles, and veggies in the pan – it’s a complete dinner.
However, you could always have the full take-out experience with some egg rolls or egg drop soup, or have an Asian-inspired dinner party and add in these Chicken Lettuce Wraps, this Sweet and Sour Pork and this Vegetable Lo Mein!
More one pan meals you’ll love!
- One Pan Tuscan Orzo with Chicken — a reader favorite!
- Creamy Gemelli Pasta recipe — a simple meatless meal.
- Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage — full of flavor!
- Cajun Chicken Pasta — a little extra kick 😉
- Baked Gnocchi with Sausage — an all around fave
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 3 chicken breasts (cut into 1" pieces) about 1.5 lb
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup matchstick cut carrots
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth sodium reduced
- ½ cup soy sauce sodium reduced
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic about 4 cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 350 grams Spaghetti broken in half
- 2-3 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Add canola oil to a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook, flipping once, until browned (3-4 minutes).
- Add the carrots, peas and peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes, until tender-crisp.
- Add the chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic and ginger and stir until combined.
- Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and add spaghetti. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Stir in green onions and serve.
Notes
Ingredients and Substitutions:
- Chicken: I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts because we usually have them on hand. You can sub for boneless chicken thighs, or omit for a meatless meal.
- Vegetables: If you want to bump up the veggie content, you can easily add mushrooms, bok choy, cabbage or a coleslaw mix, or broccoli slaw mix. Feel free to experiment here.
- Chicken broth and soy sauce: I always use low sodium chicken broth and soy sauce so I can control the seasoning. If you’re using regular soy sauce or broth, it may be more salty.
- Spaghetti: We always have spaghetti on hand and we love it in this dish! Feel free to swap with another noodle of your choice. Keep in mind that the cook time may differ.
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Judy says
My adult son was recently diagnosed with UC~ a VERY nasty gut disease~ so meals are more like several snacks instead of an actual meal. Also, every food is an experiment~will it go down and stay down and how long. We both Luv Asian foods the easier the better so I’m making these later
Ashley Fehr says
I’m so sorry to hear that! I hope that you both enjoy this dish!
Tiffany says
Do you use frozen veggies or raw veggies? Thanks
Ashley Fehr says
I used fresh. You could use either, but frozen will release more moisture so you’d just have to be careful
Sheila v says
I really want to try this out tonight is it possible to substitute any of the vegetables? I have picky eaters and they wont like the bell pepper can i just put broccoli insted?
Ashley Fehr says
Yes, definitely! You’ll just want to pay attention to how long it cooks if you want it more firm versus more tender.
Lisa says
What side dish would you recommend to go with this dish? I can’t wait to try it out in my house.
Ashley Fehr says
I’m not sure what you would serve with it as it’s kind of a meal in one. Maybe some Asian stirfry veggies or a salad?
Danealle says
How about egg rolls, crab cakes, beef skewers, pot stickers? Yum! This looks sooooo good!!! 😉
Jessica says
Made this for my roommates and I, but substituted the spaghetti noodles with ramen noodles. It was delicious.
Ashley Fehr says
I’m so glad to hear that!
Gina says
My husband is diabetic. Is there a substitute for the honey?
John Ferraro says
Where’s the teriyaki sauce, all I saw was soy sauce?
Ashley Fehr says
It’s a homemade teriyaki sauce, made with soy sauce and the other ingredients.
Ashley Fehr says
It’s not one of those pastas that is dripping in a thick sauce — when reheating any pasta I recommend adding a splash of water or broth before heating. It really helps it taste just as good as when it was fresh!
Carissa says
I love this reciepe! Can you substitute regular Barilla pasta? I couldn’t find the Pronto version at the store this morning, will have to keep looking!
Ashley Fehr says
Hi Carissa! Thanks! I think you should be able to, though I haven’t tried it. I would just keep an eye on the amount of liquid as it cooks to see if it needs more or less. I based it off of this recipe which uses regular pasta if you want to compare the two! https://www.thereciperebel.com/one-pot-chicken-chow-mein/
Ethna says
Just made this! It was delicious! Sadly, my grocery store told me that the spaghetti version of the pasta is discontinued.. 🙁 So I used regular spaghetti. The pasta cooked perfectly, but I think that I will add more liquid next time as the overall meal didn’t have much sauce and was a little dry. Nonetheless, my family LOVED it!! Thank you!
Ashley Fehr says
I’m so glad to hear that! And good to know about the regular spaghetti! I think regular pasta would probably absorb a little more liquid, so it’s probably a good idea to increase it a bit!
Vicki Walberg says
Sounds delish…Please Post calorie intake a must for all of us calorie conscious people.
Ashley Fehr says
Hi Vicki! Thank you! I don’t post calorie counts as it really depends on exactly the product you are using and varies for everyone based on serving size. Here is a great recipe calculator if you’d like to do the math: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/recipe/calculator
Jen says
I don’t make asian noodles nearly enough. This teriyaki chicken version needs to happen soon! Love that it’s made with just one pan!!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Jen!
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says
A easy one dish meal is ideal for these crazy summer days.
Ashley Fehr says
Yes, definitely!
Annie says
We just had Asian noodles last night! I can’t wait to try this Ashley, it is a great “lazy night” meal!! 🙂
Ashley Fehr says
Exactly! Thanks Annie!
Melanie @ Gather for Bread says
I’ve never made teriyaki with noodles. My hubby would love me even more for making this dish!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Ashley, Asian food is one of my faves!!! this one-pan-teriyaki-chicken-and-noodles looks amazing!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Alie! I’m not sure my “Asian” food is very authentic but we sure do love it!
Dorothy Dunton says
Hi Ashley! I just saw this pasta in the store the other day and now I need to buy it! I love sugar snap peas and would definitely add mushrooms. In hot weather quick dishes are such a good way to have a nice dinner without adding a lot of heat to the house.
Ashley Fehr says
Mushrooms are a great addition Dorothy! And yes, I totally agree — quick is about all we manage these days!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Takeout Smakeout. Who needs that crap when they can have THIS amazing-ness? This teriyaki looks utterly delish, Ashley! LOVE that this is one pan! I definitely need this in my life… preferably tonight for dinner. 😉 Cheers, girl!
Ashley Fehr says
You probably even have time to whip it up before then! 😉 Thanks Chey!
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Summers are crazy busy in my family too, so quick and easy meals are just where it’s at! We LOVE our teriyaki chicken around here, but I will admit that I don’t make it as often as I should! That’s changing as of right now because this one pan version is GENIUS. Need that whole pan!
Ashley Fehr says
Yes! We love it too but never make it! Thanks Sarah 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Mmm this definitely looks like my kind of one pan meal! Teriyaki anything is a favorite of mine, so I know this would last all of five minutes in my house. Love the ease of this recipe, too!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha! It didn’t last long here either! Thanks Gayle 🙂
Jess @ Sweetest Menu says
I love noodles in all forms – this looks fantastic Ashley! I needed a go to teriyaki recipe, I look forward to trying!!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Jess! I’d love to hear what you think!
imee says
Hi Ashley! I’m an Asian and loves to eat any kind of noodles at any time of the day. I would definitely try this! This looks like our version of “pancit”, only we used ramen noodles. Never had pasta for this kind of recipe because we don’t know it it goes along well with the sauce. But seeing the video, I’m challenged to give it a try. By the way, can I used both teriyaki sauce and soy sauce and how much amount do I have to put each of it? Thanks a lot!
Ashley Fehr says
Hi Imee! I wouldn’t use teriyaki sauce and soy sauce, I would recommend following the recipe as written because it uses a homemade teriyaki sauce. I would love to hear what you think!