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Peanut-Lime Chicken Noodles

Peanut-Lime Chicken Noodles

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Broiling
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

This Creamy Peanut-Lime Chicken with Noodles features tender chicken, vibrant bell pepper, and flavorful rice noodles tossed in a creamy, spicy peanut-lime sauce. Itโ€™s a perfect combination of savory, tangy, and a bit of heat, topped with fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts.


Ingredients

  • Kosher salt

  • 8 oz. thick rice noodles

  • 1/2 cup no-sugar-added creamy peanut butter

  • 3 Tbsp. sweet chili sauce

  • 2 Tbsp. tamari or soy sauce

  • 1 Tbsp. sriracha

  • 1/2 tsp. finely grated lime zest

  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable or canola oil

  • 2 small or 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz.), chopped into 1/2โ€ณ pieces

  • 1 small red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, thinly sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  • 3 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced

  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped peeled ginger

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

  • 1/2 cup small fresh basil leaves

  • 1/3 cup roasted salted peanuts, finely chopped

  • Lime wedges, for serving


Instructions

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Generously season with salt. Add the noodles and stir to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and let soak until tender, 13 to 15 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water.

  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, chili sauce, tamari, sriracha, lime zest, lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup warm water until smooth; set aside.

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the chicken, season with salt, and cook, stirring often, until lightly golden in spots and almost cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the bell pepper, garlic, white parts of scallions, and ginger. Season with salt, if needed. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until the peppers are tender, about 3 minutes more.

  • Add the noodles to the pan and toss well to combine. Remove from heat and add the reserved sauce. Toss to coat in the sauce.

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  • Divide the noodles among bowls. Top with green parts of the scallions, cilantro, basil, and peanuts. Serve with lime wedges alongside.


Notes

  • Adjust the sriracha to your spice preference.

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  • If you prefer a richer sauce, add more peanut butter or water to adjust the consistency.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg