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Peanut Chilli Noodles with Chicken Recipe

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This Peanut Chilli Noodles with Chicken recipe is a flavorful and satisfying Asian-inspired dish that combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and chewy egg noodles tossed in a rich, spicy peanut sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual meal packed with bold flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Noodles

  • 125g / 4 oz medium egg noodles (chow mein noodles)

Vegetables

  • 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
  • 4 cloves garlic (grated or crushed)
  • 1/4 head cabbage (sliced thinly, about 1.5 cups)
  • 1 large carrot (julienned)
  • 3 green onions (cut into 2 inch pieces plus 1 green onion for serving)

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter (heaped)
  • 3 tbsp hot water
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tsp dried chilli flakes

Others

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain them well and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from sticking together. Set aside.
  2. Make the peanut sauce: While the noodles cook, combine peanut butter, hot water, sesame oil, dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and dried chilli flakes in a bowl. Stir until smooth and set aside until needed.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and stir-fry until they are cooked through and no longer pink inside. Remove the chicken from the wok and place on a separate plate.
  4. Stir-fry the vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Add grated ginger and garlic, stir-frying for a few seconds until fragrant. Add the julienned carrots and sliced cabbage, stir-frying on high heat for about 5 minutes until vegetables are slightly browned but still crisp.
  5. Combine all ingredients: Return the cooked noodles and chicken to the wok with the vegetables. Add the green onion pieces and pour the prepared peanut sauce over everything. Toss well to combine all flavors thoroughly.
  6. Finish and serve: Sprinkle the stir-fry with sesame seeds and garnish with additional sliced green onions. Serve immediately with Chinese chilli oil on the side for extra heat if desired.

Notes

  • Use medium egg noodles or chow mein noodles for the best texture and authenticity.
  • Adjust the amount of dried chilli flakes or serve with chilli oil according to your preferred spice level.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with firm tofu or extra vegetables.
  • To save time, you can prepare the peanut sauce in advance.
  • Make sure to rinse noodles after cooking to prevent overcooking and sticking.

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