Easy Chicken Pad Thai
Easy Chicken Pad Thai is a quick and delicious rendition of the classic Thai stir-fried noodle dish, perfect for busy weeknights when you’re craving something flavorful and satisfying. This simplified version retains all the signature flavors of traditional Pad Thai but requires minimal ingredients and preparation time.
What makes this Pad Thai so appealing is its simplicity and versatility. Feel free to customize the dish to suit your taste preferences by adding additional vegetables, tofu, shrimp, or even swapping the chicken for another protein of your choice. With its vibrant flavors and quick preparation time, Easy Chicken Pad Thai is sure to become a favorite go-to recipe for busy weeknights or any time you’re craving a taste of Thailand at home.
Easy Chicken Pad Thai offers a delectable journey into the heart of Thai cuisine, where bold flavors, vibrant colors, and aromatic spices converge to create a harmonious and satisfying dining experience. While traditional Pad Thai recipes may seem daunting with their long list of ingredients and intricate preparation methods, this simplified version offers a convenient and accessible way to enjoy the iconic flavors of this beloved dish.
Easy Chicken Pad Thai
Ingredients
- 1 Package Rice noodles
- 2 chicken breast
- 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 2 cups chopped carrot
- 2 cups chopped cabbage
- 2 tbsp. ginger powder
- 2 cups bean sprouts
- 1 cup chopped scallion
- 2 tbsp. sesame seeds
- 1 egg
- ½ cup finely chopped peanuts for garnishing
- "!For sauce:"
- 2 tbsp. soya sauce salty
- 2 tbsp. honey
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp. peanut butter
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
Instructions
- Over medium-high heat, in a frying pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté chopped garlic.
- Then add chopped carrots, cabbages, and ginger powder or finely chopped fresh ginger.
- Add 1 cup boiling water and let simmer for 6-7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, add rice noodles then add 2 cups boiling water and let them cook and soften in 6-7 minutes then rinse with cold water and set aside.
- In another frying pan, add chicken fillet and season with red pepper flakes and salt. Let it cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Now add bean sprouts, scallion, and cooked chicken to the pan. Stir for a minute.
- For sauce: In a small bowl, add salty soya sauce, lemon juice, honey, peanut butter, and garlic powder, and whisk them well.
- Then add rice noodles and sauce, and mix well together.
- Then add sesame seeds and 1 egg, and stir well.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, scallion, and peanuts. Serve immediately.
If you like Thai food, have a look at my cute Thai Peanut Salad Cups, They are so good.
Enjoy.
