Chicken and peanut noodle stir-fry

Savor the delightful fusion of flavors with this Chicken and Peanut Noodle Stir-Fry. Juicy chicken breasts marinated in curry paste, tossed with rice noodles, fresh spinach, and crunchy peanuts, all brought together in a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce featuring fish sauce, lemon, and garlic. Ready in no time for a delicious and nutritious meal!

  • 27 May 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 12 Ingredients

Chicken and peanut noodle stir-fry

Chicken and peanut noodle stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with savory noodles and a rich peanut flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe brings together a variety of textures and tastes that will delight your taste buds.

Ingredients:

1.50 lb chicken breasts
680g
2 tbsp curry paste
30g
1 cup rice noodles
230g
1/3 cup olive oil
80g
1 onion
160g
2 garlic cloves
6g
2 tbsp sugar
30g
2 tbsp fish sauce
30g
2 lemons
220g
2 cups spinach
60g
1/2 cup peanuts
72g
1 egg
50g

Instructions:

1. Prep Ingredients:
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
- Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Juice the lemons and set the juice aside.
2. Soak Rice Noodles:
- Place the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover them with hot water. Allow them to soak for about 10-15 minutes or until they are tender but still slightly firm. Drain and set aside.
3. Cook Chicken:
- Heat 1/3 of the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Aromatics:
- In the same skillet, add another 1/3 of the olive oil.
- Add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
5. Make the Sauce:
- Add the curry paste, sugar, fish sauce, and lemon juice to the skillet.
- Stir well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is well blended and slightly thickened.
6. Cook the Egg:
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining olive oil to the empty side.
- Crack the egg into the skillet and scramble it, stirring constantly, until fully cooked. Then, mix it with the vegetables.
7. Combine Everything:
- Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, along with the drained rice noodles.
- Toss everything together until the noodles are well coated with the sauce and all ingredients are evenly distributed.
8. Add Spinach and Peanuts:
- Add the spinach and peanuts to the skillet.
- Stir for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and everything is well mixed.
9. Serve:
- Remove from heat and transfer the stir-fry to serving plates.
- Garnish with additional peanuts or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Tips:

- Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking to ensure a smooth cooking process.

- Soak the rice noodles in warm water before cooking to soften them up.

- Adjust the amount of curry paste and fish sauce according to your spice and salt preference.

- Use a high smoke point oil like olive oil for stir-frying to prevent burning.

- Add the spinach towards the end to keep it fresh and vibrant.

- Garnish with extra peanuts for added crunch.

- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the finished dish for a burst of citrus flavor.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken and Peanut Noodle Stir-fry, a delightful blend of flavors and textures. With its rich and savory profile balanced by a hint of citrus, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. Happy cooking!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size410 grams
Energy
Calories 460kcal23%
Protein
Protein 45g32%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 33g10%
Fiber 4.72g12%
Sugar 12g12%
Fat
Fat 36g41%
Saturated 5g18%
Cholesterol 180mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 88ug9%
Choline 200mg37%
Vitamin B1 0.35mg30%
Vitamin B2 0.44mg34%
Vitamin B3 18mg119%
Vitamin B6 1.63mg96%
Vitamin B9 100ug26%
Vitamin B12 0.52ug22%
Vitamin C 36mg41%
Vitamin E 3.06mg20%
Vitamin K 70ug61%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 70mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.35mg39%
Iron, Fe 2.46mg22%
Magnesium, Mg 120mg28%
Phosphorus, P 500mg40%
Potassium, K 960mg28%
Selenium, Se 50ug87%
Sodium, Na 710mg48%
Zinc, Zn 2.28mg21%
Water
Water 280g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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