Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Pad Thai, the perfect blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and chewy rice noodles, all enveloped in a savory-sweet sauce. This comforting dish not only pleases the palate but also brings smiles to the dinner table, making it ideal for cozy nights or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), sliced
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup peanuts, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili paste or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients by slicing the chicken and chopping veggies.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Push chicken aside and scramble eggs on the other side until fully cooked; mix with chicken.
- Add bell peppers and green onions; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk tamarind paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili paste; pour over stir-fried ingredients.
- Add cooked rice noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat with sauce.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken beforehand for added flavor. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Add extra veggies like carrots or snap peas for additional nutrition.