Description
Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen is a mouthwatering dish that marries authentic Thai flavors with the comforting essence of ramen. This recipe features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce that envelops every noodle, creating a delightful experience for your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 oz ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and dicing the vegetables.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and cook the chicken until golden brown (about 6 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic, bell pepper, snap peas, and shredded carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until veggies soften.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, coconut milk, and a splash of water until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet. Toss in cooked ramen noodles and mix until everything is well-coated.
- Serve in bowls garnished with lime wedges or chopped peanuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg