SpicyPeanutChickenAndEdamameNoodles

Spicy Peanut Chicken and Edamame Noodles

Ingredients

By Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN, LD
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
  • 1-2 tablespoons soybean oil (or the cooking oil of your choice)
  • 8 oz edamame noodles
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Cilantro, chopped, to taste (optional)
  • Sesame seeds (optional)
  • Spicy Peanut Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • Juice from 2 limes
  • Salt/pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the edamame noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Lightly season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, if desired.
  3. In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and chicken. Cook until the chicken is just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Add in the onions, carrots, and garlic and cook until the veggies are tender.
  4. In a medium bowl, prepare the Spicy Peanut Sauce. Simply whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, sriracha, ginger, and lime juice. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  5. Pour in the Spicy Peanut Sauce and add in the pasta. Stir to make sure all ingredients are coated evenly. If the pasta appears to be dry, add in a couple of tablespoons of water if necessary. Reduce the heat to low and allow the pasta to sit for a couple minutes to soak up some of the sauce, and to make sure that the chicken is completely cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  6. Serve warm, and top with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds, if desired.