Peanut Chicken Stir Fry With Noodles

Name: Peanut Chicken Stir Fry With Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons sesame oil or olive oil; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1 cup chopped broccoli or snow peas; 8 oz Pad Thai rice noodles; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 teaspoons minced ginger; 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter; 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (Tamari for gluten-free); 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1-2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup; 2 teaspoons Sriracha; 1/3-1/2 cup warm water

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This peanut chicken stir fry with noodles is an easy and delicious meal that is made in one pan and ready in under 30 minutes. The homemade peanut sauce is perfectly balanced and pairs well with chicken, fresh vegetables, and noodles.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredient Notes
Equipment You’ll Need
Step by Step Directions
Tips & Variations
FAQ
Peanut Chicken Stir Fry With Noodles

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The dish is a complete meal and a great option for busy weeknights
The delicious peanut sauce has so much flavor
It's an easy recipe all made in one pan

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients needed for peanut chicken stir fry.

Sesame oil or olive oil
Boneless skinless chicken breast - cut the chicken into thinly sliced, bite-sized pieces. Boneless skinless chicken thighs will also work.
Red bell pepper - any bell peppers will work here
Shredded carrots
Broccoli or snow peas
Rice noodles - the pad thai style noodles work best for this because they don't break when you mix them. Ramen noodles will also work, they are just slightly more fragile when mixing. Soba noodles are another option.

For the Peanut Sauce

Garlic & ginger
Natural peanut butter - smooth peanut butter works best for the creamy peanut sauce.
Low-sodium soy sauce - use tamari for a gluten-free option
Rice vinegar
Lime juice
Honey or maple syrup
Sriracha
Warm water - the warm water helps to dissolve the peanut butter and blend the sauce

See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.

Equipment You’ll Need

Cutting board and knife
Measuring cups and spoons
Large skillet

Step by Step Directions

For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Step 1: Start by boiling a pot of water and cook the noodles al dente according to package directions. Once the noodles are cooked, run them under cold water to stop the cooking process.

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Step 2: Add the oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken. Let the chicken cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink.

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Step 3: Add the veggies to the pan and let them cook for 2-3 minutes until tender.

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Step 4: While the veggies are cooking, add all of the sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until combined.

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Step 5: Add the rice noodles to the pan and mix. Pour the peanut sauce over.

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Step 6: Mix until well combined.

Tips & Variations

If the spicy Thai peanut sauce is a little too thick, feel free to add 1 tbsp of water at a time to thin it out.
If you prefer less sauce, you can start by adding a little at a time until you reach your desired amount.
If you want additional spice, add a small amount of red pepper flakes.
If you prefer rice over noodles, leave the noodles out and serve the stir fry over white or brown rice or cauliflower rice.
Feel free to top with fresh cilantro, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, or diced green onions.

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FAQ

How should I store leftovers?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Is it (GF/DF/V/VG)?

For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
This dish is dairy-free. For a vegetarian or vegan option, use tofu or additional stir fry vegetables in place of the chicken.

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