Description
Singapore Chicken Vermicelli Noodles is a quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring thin rice noodles, tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and curry-infused seasoning. Though not actually from Singapore, it’s a beloved takeout-style dish known for its bold flavors and golden hue.
Ingredients
- 6 oz vermicelli rice noodles
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow or green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil (plus more as needed)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Soak vermicelli noodles in hot water for 5–10 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
- Season sliced chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté garlic, onion, and ginger (if using) until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add bell peppers, carrot, and white parts of green onions. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Return chicken to the pan and sprinkle curry powder over the mixture. Stir to coat evenly.
- Add drained noodles, soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and a splash of water. Toss to combine and heat through.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, toss again, and top with green parts of green onions.
- Serve hot with lime wedges on the side if desired.
Notes
Add chili flakes or chili sauce for a spicy version.Use tofu or scrambled eggs for a vegetarian option.Prevent noodles from sticking by tossing them with a little oil after draining.Use a mild or medium curry powder and adjust to taste.Leftover cooked chicken can be added in the final step.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg