Ginger Peanut Chicken Pasta
Add a bold twist to your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful Ginger Peanut Chicken Pasta! This fusion recipe beautifully combines tender slices of seasoned chicken with a creamy, tangy peanut butter sauce infused with fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of lime. Tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti (or linguine) and spiced up with red pepper flakes, this dish delivers a delightful balance of savory, nutty, and zesty flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy evenings. Garnish with fresh scallions and cilantro for a pop of color and extra freshness, and you’ve got an irresistible, restaurant-worthy dish that pairs comfort food with global flair. Ideal for anyone craving a unique, easy-to-make chicken pasta recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti (or linguine)
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.333 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 0.333 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, slice the chicken breast into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little more chicken broth or water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the pasta is coated with the sauce.
Serve the Ginger Peanut Chicken Pasta hot, garnished with sliced scallions and cilantro if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.9 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3813 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 184.4 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2173 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
