Sesame Noodles with Shredded Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Sesame Noodles with Shredded Chicken—a bold, flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. Tender spaghetti or Chinese egg noodles are tossed in a rich, creamy sesame-peanut sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of sriracha for optional spice. Shredded chicken adds protein, while crisp julienned cucumber and carrot bring freshness and crunch. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions, this dish is perfect served chilled or at room temperature, making it an ideal option for both quick dinners and meal prep. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe delivers a delicious balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors that will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti or Chinese egg noodles
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sriracha or chili sauce (optional)
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 carrot, julienned
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or Chinese egg noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and sriracha (if using). Whisk until smooth and well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, julienned cucumber, and julienned carrots.
Pour the sesame sauce over the noodle mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Divide the noodles into serving bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving for a cold dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.6 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2359 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 184.2 g | 368% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2198 mg | 47% | |
*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.
