Spicy Chicken Noodle Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base and Chicken
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Noodles of choice (12 ounces)
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Chicken breast (1 pound)
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Low sodium tamari or soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
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Honey (1 tablespoon)
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Chili paste (1 tablespoon)
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Toasted sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
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Green onion, diced (white part, 1/2 cup)
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Garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
→ Sauce
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Low sodium tamari or soy sauce (1/2 cup)
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Peanut butter (1 tablespoon)
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Rice vinegar (2 tablespoons)
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Chili paste (2 tablespoons)
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Brown sugar (1-2 tablespoons)
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Ground ginger (1/4 teaspoon)
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Toasted sesame oil (1 1/2 tablespoons)
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Red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon)
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Water (3 tablespoons)
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Cornstarch (1 tablespoon)
→ Garnish
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Crushed peanuts (1/3 cup)
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Green onion, diced (green part, 1/3 cup)
# Instructions:
01 -
Cut chicken breast into small, roughly 1-inch pieces. Mix with soy sauce/tamari, honey, and chili paste. Marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours for best flavor.
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Whisk together sauce ingredients, excluding water and cornstarch. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
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Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Sauté green onions for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
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Add marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Heat sauce in a pot, whisking in the cornstarch slurry. Let it thicken slightly. Add noodles and mix thoroughly.
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Mix in the cooked chicken and let flavors blend for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with crushed peanuts and green onions before serving.
# Notes:
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Best noodle options include brown rice udon, rice noodles, or even regular spaghetti.
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Always use low sodium soy sauce/tamari. If using regular, reduce the amount by half.
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Optional: Serve with additional vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers.
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Adjust brown sugar to 1-2 tablespoons based on your preferred sweetness level.