Description
Chicken Pad Thai is a beloved Thai dish that combines stir-fried rice noodles with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, tangy sauce. This recipe brings the authentic taste of Thailand right to your kitchen, creating a delightful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Bursting with flavors and textures, each bite is an experience worth savoring. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this Chicken Pad Thai will impress and satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz thin rice noodles
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Crushed peanuts and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Soak rice noodles in warm water until al dente (20-30 minutes). While soaking, chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar until smooth. Adjust sweetness as needed.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and stir-fry chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant (1 minute). Toss in soaked noodles and pour in prepared sauce. Stir to combine.
- Incorporate bean sprouts and green onions just before removing from heat; toss well.
- Serve hot with crushed peanuts and lime juice on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 325g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg