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Easy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken – Quick Creamy Weeknight Dinner

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Peanut noodles with shredded chicken are a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal that combines tender noodles with a creamy, savory peanut sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. With its rich balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors, plus plenty of customization options, it’s a versatile recipe you’ll want to make again and again.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) noodles (spaghetti, rice noodles, or lo mein)
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/41/2 cup warm water to thin sauce
  • Optional toppings:
  • 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes or chili oil

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Gradually add warm water, whisking until the sauce becomes smooth and pourable.
  4. Warm the shredded chicken in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until heated through.
  5. Add cooked noodles to a large bowl and pour the peanut sauce over them. Toss until evenly coated.
  6. Stir in the shredded chicken and mix well.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed, adding more soy sauce, lime juice, or spice.
  8. Garnish with toppings like peanuts, green onions, cilantro, or chili flakes. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep.
  • Adjust spice level by adding chili oil or flakes.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; add a splash of water when reheating.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian, Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg