Cold Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 0
Cold Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter ( Jif recommended )
2 medium garlic cloves , minced
fresh ginger , grated or minced ( about 1 tbsp , I use the minced ginger that comes in a jar )
5 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sauce ( like Tabasco )
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
hot water
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons salt , divided
1 lb fresh Chinese noodles or 1 lb spaghetti
2 tablespoons sesame oil
4 scallions or 4 green onions , sliced thin on diagonal
1 medium carrot , peeled and grated on large holes of box grater ( about 2/3 cup ) ( optional )
1/2 cucumber , sliced on box grater and chopped into matchstick-sized pieces ( optional )
crushed red pepper flakes ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
480
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Cold Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine. It is a perfect cold meal for summer, making it an ideal that can be served for lunch or dinner. The combination of noodles and chicken with the nutty and rich flavors of sesame seeds and peanut butter creates a unique flavor that is both satisfying and delicious. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and can be customized with vegetables or extra toppings according to your preferences. It is a great choice for anyone looking for a healthy, flavorful, and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.In a large bowl, mix together sesame seeds, peanut butter, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hot sauce, brown sugar, and enough hot water to thin mixture to desired consistency.
3.Place chicken breasts in a baking dish. Rub 1 tablespoon salt onto both sides of chicken breasts, then bake for 30 minutes. Allow chicken to cool, then shred meat into bite-sized pieces.
4.Cook noodles according to package instructions, about 7-10 minutes, then rinse under cold water and drain.
5.Toss noodles with sesame oil and half of the sauce mixture.
6.Add shredded chicken, scallions, and optional grated carrot and cucumber to the noodles and toss together. Add additional sauce as desired.
7.Serve chilled, topped with additional sesame seeds and optional red pepper flakes.

PROS

This dish is a refreshing and flavorful way to enjoy noodles and chicken.
It can be made ahead of time and is great for meal prep or packed lunches.
The sesame seeds and peanut butter provide a nutty and rich flavor that complements the chicken.

CONS

This dish does contain a moderate amount of sodium and some sugar from the brown sugar.
It may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium or low-sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and contains heart-healthy unsaturated fats from the peanut butter and sesame oil. It also contains fiber from the optional vegetables, which can support digestive health and keep you feeling full. The ginger and hot sauce may provide anti-inflammatory benefits.

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