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Three Cup Chicken Noodles

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Three Cup Chicken Noodles is a savory, aromatic dish inspired by the Taiwanese classic, featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich soy, rice wine, and sesame oil sauce tossed with noodles and fresh basil.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 ounces wheat noodles or rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice wine or cooking wine
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken pieces and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through.
  5. Stir in soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, and oyster sauce. Mix well to coat the chicken.
  6. Add water and simmer for 5–7 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F) and sauce slightly reduces.
  7. If desired, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir into the sauce to thicken.
  8. Add cooked noodles to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
  9. Stir in Thai basil and green onions, cooking just until basil wilts.
  10. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs provide the most tender and flavorful result.
  • Add dried red chilies for a spicy variation.
  • Toss noodles lightly with oil after draining to prevent sticking.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce and rice noodles for a gluten-free version.
  • Best served fresh, as noodles may soften when reheated.
  • Double the sauce if you prefer extra coating for the noodles.

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