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Chicken Yakisoba with Cabbage and Carrots

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Yakisoba:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), thinly sliced
  • 3 blocks yakisoba noodles (or 8 oz wheat or ramen noodles)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
  • 2 cups cabbage, thinly shredded
  • 1 large carrot, julienned
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • For the Yakisoba Sauce:
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ½ tsp sesame oil (optional, for aroma)
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Pickled ginger (beni shoga)
  • Seaweed flakes (aonori)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Sauce : In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, sugar, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Noodles : If using packaged yakisoba noodles, gently loosen them under warm running water and drain. If using dried noodles, cook them according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and toss lightly in a teaspoon of oil to prevent sticking.
  • Step 3: Cook the Chicken : Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until browned and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Step 4: Stir-Fry the Vegetables : In the same pan, add another 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté onion for 1–2 minutes until translucent. Add garlic, carrot, and cabbage. Stir-fry for about 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
  • Step 5: Combine Everything : Return the chicken to the pan. Add the noodles and yakisoba sauce. Toss everything together using tongs or chopsticks until the noodles are evenly coated in sauce and heated through (about 2–3 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or a pinch of sugar if needed.
  • Step 6: Garnish and Serve : Sprinkle with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and a little pickled ginger if desired. Serve immediately while hot.