Thai pasta with chicken is a vibrant fusion dish that combines the creamy, spicy and slightly sweet flavor of Thai cuisine with the comforting appeal of pasta. This dish is perfect for weeknights you crave something a little exotic but still easy to put together. Tender pieces of chicken are sauteed and then tossed with pasta in rich peanut sauce flavored with garlic, ginger, lime and chili. The result is a satisfying, restaurant-worthy meal that¡¯s as colorful as it is delicious.
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THAI PASTA WITH CHICKEN RECIPE
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
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INGREDIENTS:
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? 8 oz linguine (or spaghetti)
? 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
? 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
? 2 cloves garlic, minced
? 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
? 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
? 1 cup shredded carrots
? 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
? 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
? 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
? Lime wedges, for serving
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FOR THE SAUCE:
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? 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
? 3 tablespoons soy sauce
? 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
? 1 tablespoon brown sugar
? 1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
? 1/2 cup coconut milk (or water for a lighter version)
? Juice of 1 lime
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INSTRUCTIONS:
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1. Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, Sriracha, coconut milk, and lime juice until smooth.
Set aside.
3. Cook the chicken: In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5¨C7
minutes.
4. Saut¨¦ vegetables: Add garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and carrots to the pan with the chicken. Stir-fry for 3¨C4 minutes, until veggies are slightly softened.
5. Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta and the sauce to the pan. Toss everything together and cook for another 2¨C3 minutes until heated through and
well coated.
6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Sprinkle with green onions, cilantro, and chopped peanuts. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
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Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying Thai pasta with chicken - a weeknight dinner winner with global flair!
