Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Peanut Chilli Noodles with Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh vegetables and coated in a rich, spicy peanut sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with a delicious Asian-inspired flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
Noodles and Vegetables
- 125g / 4 oz medium egg noodles (chow mein noodles)
- 1/4 head cabbage, sliced thinly (about 1.5 cups)
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 3 green onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
Peanut Sauce
- 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter, heaped
- 3 tbsp hot water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dried chilli flakes
Additional Flavorings
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, grated or crushed
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, combine the smooth peanut butter, hot water, sesame oil, dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and dried chilli flakes. Mix well until smooth and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and stir-fry them until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside on a plate.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the wok. Quickly stir-fry the grated ginger and crushed garlic for a few seconds until fragrant. Add the julienned carrot and thinly sliced cabbage. Stir-fry over high heat for about 5 minutes, cooking until the vegetables are slightly browned but still crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Add the drained noodles and green onions. Pour the prepared peanut sauce over all the ingredients and toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the peanut sesame seeds on top and optionally add extra sliced green onions. Serve hot, accompanied by Chinese chilli oil on the side for extra heat if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the dried chilli flakes or drizzle additional chilli oil when serving.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with firm tofu or extra vegetables.
- The noodles can be swapped for rice noodles or whole wheat noodles based on preference.
- Make sure not to overcook the vegetables to maintain a pleasant crunch.
- Preparing the sauce in advance saves time during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Peanut Noodles, Chicken Stir Fry, Asian Noodles, Spicy Peanut Sauce, Easy Dinner
