Name: Saucy Chicken & Veggie Egg Roll Noodle Bowls
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 4 Squares Vermicelli Noodles (200g); 2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil; 1 Pound Ground Chicken (or pork); 3 Cloves Garlic (mashed); 2 Teaspoons Freshly Grated Ginger; 1 ½ Teaspoon Chinese 5 Spice (do not skip!); ½ Head Green Cabbage (finely shredded); 2 Carrots (shredded); 1 ½ Cups Bean Sprouts; 4-5 Green Onions (finely sliced); ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt; ½ Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper; ⅓ Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce (use tamari or coconut aminos to make gluten free); ¼ Cup Rice Vinegar; 3 Tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce; 3 Tablespoons Oyster Sauce; ½ Cup Water; 1 Tablespoon Arrowroot (or tapioca flour or cornstarch)

If saucy, takeout-style noodle bowls are calling your name, then say hello to these Saucy Chicken & Veggie Egg Roll Noodle Bowls. This super delicious dinner comes together in about 25 minutes and delivers all the savory flavors of an egg roll, but without the wrapping or frying required. Per usual, the sauce is the star of the show here, and there’s plenty of it, so every noodle and veggie gets fully coated. Any time, you get a noodle craving, this dish is going to hit!

A bowl of stir-fried rice noodles with ground meat, shredded carrots, bean sprouts, green onions, and cilantro, served with lime wedges and chopsticks. Surrounding the bowl are herbs, sauce, and lime pieces.

Friends, if you love a quick and easy dinner that really delivers on flavor, then you’re going to love these Saucy Chicken & Veggie Egg Roll Noodle Bowls. Who doesn’t love an egg roll?! But no one wants the extra work of wrapping and frying. That’s exactly where this recipe comes in. It has everything you love about an egg roll—the garlicky, gingery filling, the warm spices, the tender veggies—all tossed with yummy noodles and coated in a glossy, crave-worthy sauce.

And if you’re looking for a recipe that comes together quickly, this one is absolutely it. This dinner is on the table in about 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something comforting. The ground chicken browns quickly and stays tender, while the garlic, fresh ginger, and Chinese five spice build that classic egg roll flavor. Once the cabbage and carrots cook down, everything comes together into a bowl that feels hearty, satisfying, and way better than takeout.

The noodles themselves couldn’t be easier. I use rice vermicelli, which soften in minutes with just boiling water and soak up all that sauce without feeling heavy. Don’t have ground chicken? Ground pork works just as well, and ground turkey is a great option too. You can also play around with the veggies depending on what you have on hand, which makes this recipe super flexible.

An overhead view of various ingredients on a table, including dry rice noodles, ground meat, sliced carrots, bean sprouts, green onions, ginger, garlic, lime wedges, sauces, and fresh cilantro. — To make these noodle bowls, you’ll need vermicelli noodles, sesame oil, ground chicken, garlic, fresh ginger, chinese five-spice, green cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, green onions, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, oyster sauce, arrowroot, salt, pepper, cilantro, and lime wedges.

A hand using a whisk to mix sauce in a bowl, surrounded by fresh cilantro, bean sprouts, noodles, small bowls of sauce, and cornstarch on a light countertop. — To make these noodle bowls, you’ll need vermicelli noodles, sesame oil, ground chicken, garlic, fresh ginger, chinese five-spice, green cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, green onions, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, oyster sauce, arrowroot, salt, pepper, cilantro, and lime wedges.

What You Need to Make These Egg Roll-Inspired Noodles

Vermicelli Noodles: Light, delicate rice noodles that soak up the sauce without feeling heavy. They’re perfect for giving this dish that classic noodle bowl feel. They’re also naturally gluten-free.
Sesame Oil: Adds a deep, toasty flavor.
Ground Chicken: Tender, juicy, and quick-cooking, ground chicken is ideal here because it breaks down into small bites that mix evenly with the noodles and veggies. Ground pork works great too.
Garlic: Fresh garlic is a must.
Fresh Ginger: Adds brightness and a subtle heat that balances the richness of the sauce.
Chinese Five Spice: This is non-negotiable. It brings warmth, depth, and that unmistakable egg roll–style flavor.
Green Cabbage: Finely shredded cabbage mimics classic egg roll filling and softens just enough while still keeping a bit of texture.

A skillet with cooked ground meat topped with shredded carrots and cabbage, surrounded by bowls of noodles, cilantro, green onions, bean sprouts, lime wedges, garlic, ginger, sauce, and spices on a rustic surface.

Carrots: Slightly sweet and colorful, shredded carrots add balance and a little crunch.
Bean Sprouts: Light, crisp, and fresh, these are stirred in towards the end so they stay snappy and bright.
Green Onions: Thinly sliced green onions add a fresh, savory bite that lifts the whole dish.
Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: Brings everything together without overpowering the other flavors.
Rice Vinegar: Adds acidity and brightness to balance the savory, slightly sweet sauce.
Sweet Chili Sauce: A touch of sweetness with gentle heat that gives the sauce that crave-worthy finish.
Oyster Sauce: Deep, savory umami flavor that makes the sauce taste rich and restaurant-worthy.
Arrowroot, Tapioca Flour, or Cornstarch: Thickens the sauce just enough so it clings to every noodle.
Kosher Salt & Ground Black Pepper: Essential seasoning.
Fresh Cilantro & Lime Wedges: The perfect finishing touches.

A glass bowl filled with soaked rice vermicelli noodles, with a metal fork resting inside. Fresh herbs and other ingredients are visible around the bowl on a textured surface. — *Next, prepare the noodles. Place the vermicelli noodles in a large bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for about 5 minutes, until softened, then drain and set aside.*

How to Make These Saucy Chicken & Veggie Egg Roll Noodle Bowls

To make these egg roll noodle bowls, start by preparing the sauce. Add all of the sauce ingredients (the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, oyster sauce, water, and arrowroot/cornstarch) to a bowl and whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust as needed, then set the sauce aside.

Next, prepare the noodles. Place the vermicelli noodles in a large bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for about 5 minutes, until softened, then drain and set aside.

A hand pours sauce onto a skillet filled with rice noodles, shredded chicken, and julienned carrots. Surrounding the skillet are bowls of salt, lime, cilantro, bean sprouts, and sliced green onions. — *Pour in the prepared sauce, then add the drained noodles and bean sprouts. Stir everything together until well coated.*

A large skillet filled with stir-fried rice noodles, ground meat, bean sprouts, shredded carrots, and green onions, garnished with fresh cilantro, with a serving spoon resting in the pan. — *Pour in the prepared sauce, then add the drained noodles and bean sprouts. Stir everything together until well coated.*

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Add in the garlic, ginger, and Chinese 5 spice and stir for 2 to 3 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet and let them cook down for 4-5 minutes, until softened. Pour in the prepared sauce, then add the drained noodles and bean sprouts. Stir everything together until well coated.

Reduce the heat to low and let the noodles cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Remove from heat, taste, and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm, finish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing on top.

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