Chicken Pad Thai
Chicken Pad Thai is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Thailand in your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken, chewy rice noodles, and a savory-sweet sauce that dances on your taste buds. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this Chicken Pad Thai combines simple ingredients to create an unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until soft but slightly chewy; drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add bite-sized chicken pieces and stir-fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Push chicken aside, crack in eggs, and scramble gently until fluffy.
- Combine the noodles with soy sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar in the wok; toss everything together until well-coated.
- Garnish with green onions and cilantro before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Add extra veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for additional crunch. Adjust spice levels with chili flakes or sriracha based on your taste preferences.