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A bowl of spicy gochujang noodles with chicken, spinach, and sesame seeds
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High Protein Spicy Gochujang Noodles

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 580kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz high -protein chickpea or edamame noodles
  • 12 oz boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon low -sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Boil high-protein noodles in salted water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil to create the sauce base.
  • Heat avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the chicken, sautéing for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add the cooked noodles and gochujang sauce to the skillet.
  • Toss all ingredients thoroughly for 2 minutes to ensure the sauce coats the noodles and chicken evenly.
  • Add baby spinach and stir until just wilted, approximately 1 minute.
  • Divide into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.