Chicken Pad Thai
Chicken Pad Thai is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, rice noodles, and crunchy peanuts in a delightful sauce. With its balance of sweet, salty, and tangy notes, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Easy to prepare and customizable, Chicken Pad Thai brings people together around the table for a memorable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili powder or flakes
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in hot water until soft but slightly firm.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken until browned (5-7 minutes); set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add soaked noodles to the skillet; stir to combine.
- In a bowl, whisk together tamari, fish sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes; pour over noodles while stirring continuously.
- Mix in cooked chicken and scrambled eggs; toss to combine thoroughly (3-4 minutes).
- Just before serving, add green onions and peanuts; garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Marinating the chicken beforehand enhances flavor. For variations, swap chicken for shrimp or tofu and add vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch.