Description
Peanut noodles with shredded chicken are a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal that combines tender noodles with a creamy, savory peanut sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) noodles (spaghetti, rice noodles, or lo mein)
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup warm water (to thin sauce)
- 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes or chili oil
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Gradually add warm water, whisking until the sauce becomes smooth and pourable.
- Warm the shredded chicken in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until heated through.
- Add cooked noodles to a large bowl and pour the peanut sauce over them. Toss until evenly coated.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and mix well.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, add more soy sauce, lime juice, or spice.
- Garnish with toppings like peanuts, green onions, cilantro, or chili flakes. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Peanut Noodles, Shredded Chicken, Quick Meal, Asian Cuisine