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Thai Peanut Chicken Noodle Bowls with Fresh Herbs

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A vibrant and flavorful noodle bowl featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and noodles coated in a creamy peanut sauce, finished with fresh herbs and crunchy toppings.

Ingredients

  • 200g noodles (rice noodles or egg noodles)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (for sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced (for sauce)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil or mint, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and warm water until smooth.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken until fully cooked and lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  5. Add bell peppers and carrots and cook until slightly tender.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan and add the cooked noodles.
  7. Pour the peanut sauce over everything and toss until evenly coated.
  8. Serve in bowls topped with fresh cilantro, basil or mint, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Use tofu or shrimp instead of chicken for variation.
  • Add broccoli or snap peas for extra crunch.
  • Adjust sauce thickness with warm water as needed.
  • Add chili sauce or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  • Reheat with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

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