Description
A vibrant and flavorful Spicy Peanut Noodles recipe featuring tender chicken strips, crunchy bell peppers, and a rich, spicy peanut sauce. Perfect for a quick and easy 20-minute meal, this dish combines Asian noodles with a savory sauce made from peanut butter, gochujang, and fresh aromatics, garnished with fresh basil and lime for a refreshing finish.
Ingredients
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Noodles
- 12 ounces Asian noodles (udon, soba, or rice noodles)
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- ¾ pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
Sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- ½ cup smooth peanut butter
- ¼ – ½ cup water
Toppings
- Fresh basil leaves
- Lime wedges
- Crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Cook noodles according to package directions until tender, then drain and set aside.
- Make Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, gochujang, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and water until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Cook Chicken and Vegetables: Heat toasted sesame oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are no longer pink and cooked through. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Then add sliced red bell pepper and cook until tender-crisp, around 3-4 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Add the cooked noodles and peanut sauce to the skillet, tossing everything together to coat evenly in the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve with lime wedges on the side. Optionally, sprinkle crushed peanuts on top for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the water quantity in the sauce to reach your preferred consistency.
- Gochujang can be substituted with sriracha or another chili paste if unavailable.
- For a vegetarian version, omit chicken and add tofu or extra vegetables.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if you need a gluten-free option.
