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Speedy Ginger Chicken Udon

Speedy Ginger Chicken Udon

with Sugar Snap Peas and Peanuts
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
597 kcal
Protein
45.1g protein
Total
25 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Soya
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Peanut
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Nuts
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

240 grams

Diced British Chicken Breast

2 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

50 grams

Ketjap Manis

(Contains: Soya)

15 milliliter(s)

Soy Sauce

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten, Soya)

120 grams

Sliced Carrot and Cabbage Mix

15 grams

Ginger Puree

25 grams

Salted Peanuts

(Contains: Peanut May contain traces of: Nuts)

220 grams

Udon Noodles

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

80 grams

Sugar Snap Peas

Not included in your delivery

2 tbsp

Tomato Ketchup

50 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

20 grams

Butter

Energy (kJ)2498 kJ
Energy (kcal)597 kcal
Fat18.1 g
of which saturates7.2 g
Carbohydrate61.4 g
of which sugars24.1 g
Dietary Fibre6.7 g
Protein45.1 g
Salt4.8 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Large Frying Pan
Bowl
Garlic Press
Rolling Pin

Instructions

Fry the Chicken
1

a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.

b) Once hot, add the diced chicken to the pan and season with salt and pepper.

c) Fry until golden brown on the outside and cooked through, 8-10 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging. It's cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Prep Time
2

a) Meanwhile, slice the sugar snap peas in half lengthways.

b) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

c) In a small bowl, combine the ketjap manis, soy sauce, ketchup and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts). Set your sauce mixture aside.

Bring on the Veg
3

a) Once the chicken has browned, add the coleslaw mix, sugar snaps, garlic and ginger puree to the pan.

b) Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1-2 mins.

Simmer your Sauce
4

a) Add the sauce mixture to the pan.

b) Bring to the boil, then simmer until slightly reduced, 2-3 mins.

c) Meanwhile, crush the peanuts in the unopened sachet using a rolling pin.

Add the Udon
5

a) Add the udon noodles to the pan.

b) Toss to coat in the sauce, using a fork to gently separate them. Simmer until piping hot, 1-2 mins.

c) Stir in the butter (see pantry for amount) until melted.

Serve Up
6

a) Share the chicken udon between your bowls.

b) Sprinkle over the peanuts to finish.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the dish's delicious flavour, with some praising the sauce and ginger punch.
  • Ease of prep: Reviewers found this recipe quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a speedy midweek meal.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding more vegetables like bean sprouts or stir-fry mix for extra variety and nutrition.
  • Next-day meals: The dish works well for meal prep and tastes good as leftovers.
  • Portions: Some felt the recipe could benefit from more chicken or noodles to increase serving size.
AI-generated from customer reviews

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