Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry

Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry

This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry is a quick, vibrant, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. Juicy, marinated chicken pairs with crisp tenderstem broccoli, nutty peanuts, and slurpy egg noodles—all tied together with a bold black bean sauce. I made it after a long day and was amazed at how satisfying and simple it was. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

  • 30 g unsalted peanuts
  • 2 x 120 g free-range skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons black bean sauce
  • 150 g medium free-range egg noodles
  • 200 g tenderstem broccoli

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry

  1. Toast the Peanuts: Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Toast the peanuts, shaking the pan regularly, until golden and fragrant. Set them aside for later.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Score the chicken breasts lengthways about 1cm deep. In a bowl, toss them with 1 tablespoon each of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and black bean sauce. Let it sit while the pan heats up again.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook for 3 minutes on each side, or until dark, caramelized, and cooked through. Remove to a board to rest.
  4. Boil the Noodles and Broccoli: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to packet instructions and add the broccoli for the last 2 minutes. Reserve some of the cooking water.
  5. Assemble the Stir-fry: Drag the cooked noodles and broccoli into the chicken pan using tongs, along with a splash of the cooking water. Crush half the peanuts and toss them in with the remaining black bean sauce. Mix everything well.
  6. Finish and Serve: Slice the rested chicken and place on top of the noodles. Scatter over the remaining whole peanuts, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and serve right away.
Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry
Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry

Why I Love This Recipe

This dish is my new go-to for busy evenings. It’s fast, flavorful, and feels like a takeaway but healthier and homemade. My family loved the combo of crunchy nuts and savory sauce—it’s comfort food without the fuss.

Recipe Tips

  • Toast peanuts until golden for a richer flavor
  • Score chicken deeply to help it absorb the marinade
  • Don’t skip resting the chicken before slicing—it keeps it juicy
  • Reserve some noodle water to help blend the sauce
  • Swap tenderstem broccoli for frozen florets if needed

How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry

  • In the Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • In the Freezer: Cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
  • Reheating:
    • Oven: 10–15 minutes at 350ºF
    • Microwave: 2–3 minutes on high
    • Stove: 5–7 minutes over medium heat
    • Air-fryer: 5–7 minutes at 350ºF

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How can I keep the noodles from sticking together?
    Boil in plenty of salted water, stir occasionally, then rinse briefly and toss with oil.
  • How do I ensure the chicken stays tender?
    Score and marinate it, avoid overcooking, and let it rest before slicing.
  • Can I use frozen broccoli?
    Yes, just add it to the boiling noodles during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • What if I don’t have black bean sauce?
    Use hoisin or teriyaki sauce as a tasty alternative.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 579
  • Fat: 18.7g
  • Saturates: 3.4g
  • Sugars: 5.5g
  • Salt: 1.4g
  • Protein: 45.5g
  • Carbs: 60.7g
  • Fiber: 4.3g

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Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Noodle Stir-fry

Course: 5 Ingredients Recipes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Calories

579

kcal

Ingredients

  • 30 g unsalted peanuts

  • 2 x 120 g chicken breasts

  • 2 tbsp black bean sauce

  • 150 g egg noodles

  • 200 g tenderstem broccoli

Directions

  • Toast peanuts in a dry pan. Set aside.
  • Score and marinate chicken with oil, vinegar, and 1 tbsp black bean sauce.
  • Cook chicken 3 min per side until cooked through. Rest.
  • Boil noodles; add broccoli last 2 min. Reserve water.
  • Mix noodles, broccoli, crushed peanuts, and sauce in pan.
  • Slice chicken and top the stir-fry. Add peanuts and olive oil to finish.

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