Best 4 Udon With Chicken And Scallions Recipes

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Udon with chicken and scallions is a delectable dish that combines the chewy texture of udon noodles with the tender chicken and aromatic scallions. This classic Japanese noodle dish is not only satisfyingly delicious but also incredibly versatile, making it perfect for any occasion. It can be served as a comforting meal during chilly evenings or as a refreshing lunch on warm summer days. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you in creating a flavorful udon dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

UDON WITH CHICKEN AND SCALLIONS



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These udon noodles with chicken and scallions come together in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Chicken     Onion     Pasta     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Gourmet     Lunar New Year     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Noodle

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb chicken tenders (not coated or cooked)
1 lb fresh or frozen broccoli florets
1 lb dried udon
1/2 cup oyster sauce (preferably Lee Kum Kee)
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (preferably Lee Kum Kee or Koon Chun)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons Chinese chile garlic paste (preferably Lan Chi), or to taste
1/2 cup chopped scallions (from 1 bunch)
2 teaspoons roasted sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in a 6-quart pot of boiling unsalted water, covered, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl with a slotted spoon.
  • Add broccoli to boiling water and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer with slotted spoon to a colander to drain, then transfer to another bowl. Return water to a boil and cook noodles until tender (check often; cooking time on package may not be accurate). Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain noodles in colander and rinse under hot water.
  • While noodles cook, tear chicken into chunks.
  • Add oyster and hoisin sauces, sesame oil, chile garlic paste, half of scallions, and 1/3 cup cooking water to chicken and stir to combine.
  • Divide noodles, broccoli, and chicken mixture among 4 bowls and sprinkle with sesame seeds and remaining scallions. Serve immediately, stirring just before eating. If noodles become dry, moisten with some of cooking water.
  • Cooks' Note
  • If you have to substitute a chile paste without garlic for the chile garlic paste, start with 1/2 teaspoon and add to taste.

CHICKEN UDON NOODLE SOUP



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This is a delicious chicken udon noodle soup.

Provided by Erin

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ (32 fluid ounce) containers chicken stock
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 large cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
1 head bok choy, chopped
¼ cup dried shiitake mushrooms
2 (7 ounce) packages dried udon noodles
½ cup mung bean sprouts
1 green onion, sliced diagonally
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock, garlic, ginger, and chili powder to a boil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken, bok choy, and mushrooms; let simmer lightly for 3 minutes. Add noodles and cook soup for 4 minutes more.
  • Pour soup mixture evenly into 2 soup bowls. Place mung beans on top in the center of each bowl, with green onion placed neatly on top. Sprinkle dried onions and cilantro on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.7 calories, Carbohydrate 88.1 g, Cholesterol 25.1 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1774.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CHILLED UDON WITH SWEET-AND-SPICY CHICKEN AND SPINACH



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Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Freeze/Chill     High Fiber     Spinach     Noodle     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 to 3 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
1 teaspoon Asian chile paste with garlic
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
12 oz dried or 16 oz fresh udon noodles
6 cups baby spinach, coarse stems discarded
Garnish: julienne scallions and toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Press or squeeze ginger using a fine sieve or cheesecloth until enough juice is extracted to measure 1 tablespoon.
  • Heat a well-seasoned large ridged grill pan over high heat until hot. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Mix together soy sauce, mirin, ginger juice, chile paste, and sesame oil. Set aside 1/2 cup of soy mixture and toss remainder with chicken.
  • Grill chicken until just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes on each side. When cool enough to handle, tear into bite-size pieces.
  • If using dried noodles, cook in a large pot of boiling water until al dente, about 12 minutes. Stir in spinach during last minute of cooking. (If using fresh udon, add noodles and spinach simultaneously to boiling water and cook 10 to 20 seconds total.) Drain noodles and spinach and trans-fer to a bowl of ice and cold water. When cold, drain well in a colander.
  • Toss noodles and spinach with reserved soy mixture in a large bowl.
  • Serve noodles and spinach topped with chicken.

ASIAN NOODLES WITH CHICKEN AND SCALLIONS



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Make and share this Asian Noodles With Chicken and Scallions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by invictus

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb chicken tenders
1 lb broccoli
1 lb dried udon noodles (can use whole wheat spaghetti)
1/2 cup premium oyster sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons chinese chile garlic paste (to taste)
1/2 cup chopped scallion
2 teaspoons roasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in a 6-quart pot of boiling unsalted water, covered, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl with a slotted spoon.
  • Add broccoli to boiling water and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer with slotted spoon to a colander to drain, then transfer to another bowl. Return water to a boil and cook noodles until tender (check often; cooking time on package may not be accurate). Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain noodles in colander and rinse under hot water.
  • While noodles cook, tear chicken into chunks.
  • Add oyster and hoisin sauces, sesame oil, chile garlic paste, half of scallions, and 1/3 cup cooking water to chicken and stir to combine.
  • Divide noodles, broccoli, and chicken mixture among 4 bowls and sprinkle with sesame seeds and remaining scallions. Serve immediately, stirring just before eating. If noodles become dry, moisten with some of cooking water.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and utensils ready. This will make the cooking process much smoother and faster.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking udon noodles, it's important to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the noodles from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick together.
  • Cook the noodles according to the package directions: Different types of udon noodles have different cooking times. Be sure to follow the directions on the package to ensure that your noodles are cooked properly.
  • Don't rinse the noodles after cooking: Rinsing the noodles after cooking will remove the starch that helps to keep them together. This will make the noodles more likely to break apart when you eat them.

Conclusion:

Udon noodles are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can create a delicious and satisfying udon dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give udon noodles a try!

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