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Saucy Peanut Noodles with Chicken

This Saucy Peanut Noodles with Chicken is a quick, flavorful meal packed with protein and vibrant veggies!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles and Chicken:
  • 12 oz whole grain spaghetti noodles
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken works great for quick prep
For the Vegetables:
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
  • sesame seeds for garnish
For the Peanut Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup all-natural creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 3 tbsp hot water
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp chili garlic paste
  • 1 1/2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole grain spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the noodles are cooking, shred your cooked chicken if you haven’t done so already. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and chop the green onions, cilantro, and basil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lime juice, hot water, sesame oil, rice vinegar, chili garlic paste, honey, and grated ginger. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more hot water if needed.
  4. In a large serving bowl, toss the cooked spaghetti noodles with the shredded chicken, sliced bell pepper, green onions, and fresh herbs. Pour the peanut sauce over the top and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Top with chopped peanuts and sesame seeds for garnish. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later!

Notes

  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free spaghetti noodles.
  • Substitute tamari for soy sauce to keep it gluten-free.
  • Maple syrup can be used instead of honey for a vegan version.