Cold sesame noodles with chicken
Whip up a delicious and refreshing meal with this cold sesame noodles with chicken recipe! Featuring tender chicken breasts, creamy peanut butter, and a blend of soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil, this dish is served over rice noodles and garnished with fresh scallions. Perfect for a quick and tasty lunch or dinner that combines savory and nutty flavors!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 20 min
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts1/3 cup peanut butter
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 cups rice noodles
1 cup scallions
Cold sesame noodles with chicken is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the savory flavors of soy sauce and peanut butter with the aromatic touch of sesame oil and scallions. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. It's a perfect balance of protein, carbs, and fat that will keep you energized and satisfied.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, water, vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil.
- Whisk the ingredients together until you have a smooth and well-blended sauce.
- While the chicken is baking, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
- Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process and to prevent them from sticking together.
- Place the cooked and drained rice noodles into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the shredded chicken to the noodles.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and chicken.
- Toss everything together until the noodles and chicken are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Thinly slice the scallions.
- Add them to the noodle mixture and gently toss to incorporate.
- For a refreshing cold dish, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve the cold sesame noodles with chicken garnished with extra scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
Tips:
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before mixing it with other ingredients. You can grill, bake, or poach the chicken based on your preference.
- To prevent the rice noodles from sticking together, rinse them with cold water after cooking and toss them with a little sesame oil.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a teaspoon of chili flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as julienned carrots, cucumbers, or bell peppers to give the dish extra crunch and freshness.
- Garnish the dish with toasted sesame seeds and extra scallions for an added layer of flavor and texture.
Cold sesame noodles with chicken is not only delicious but also very easy to prepare. With a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can have a mouth-watering meal ready to enjoy! Feel free to customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the sauce to your preference. Bon appétit!
Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 240kcal
Protein 16g
Carbohydrates 18g
Fiber 1.18g
Sugar 3.27g
Fat 10g
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