Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 1/2 cups water, plus more as needed

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 2 tablespoons neutral oil, divided

• 2 teaspoons sesame oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon minced ginger

• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for garnish to taste

• 8 ounces uncooked linguine pasta

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

• 3 green onions, thinly sliced