Chili Chicken Noodles With Cilantro Pesto Recipe

Name: Chili Chicken Noodles With Cilantro Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch chopped cilantro; 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan; 1/4 cup unsalted raw cashews, toasted; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2/3 cup vegetable or peanut oil, plus 1 tbsp extra; 1 1/4 lbs chicken breasts, trimmed; 2 tbsp sambal oelek or other chili paste; 1 None large red onion, halved, cut into thin wedges; 1/2 lb cherry tomatoes, halved; 13 oz thin egg noodles; 3 1/2 oz baby spinach leaves (about 3 1/3 cups); 2 tbsp lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 bunch chopped cilantro
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
1/4 cup unsalted raw cashews, toasted
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2/3 cup vegetable or peanut oil, plus 1 tbsp extra
1 1/4 lbs chicken breasts, trimmed
2 tbsp sambal oelek or other chili paste
1 None large red onion, halved, cut into thin wedges
1/2 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
13 oz thin egg noodles
3 1/2 oz baby spinach leaves (about 3 1/3 cups)
2 tbsp lemon juice

1
Process cilantro, parmesan, cashews and garlic until finely chopped. Add 2/3 cup oil; process until smooth. Reserve.
2
Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over moderate heat. Cook chicken for 3 mins each side or until cooked. Transfer to a heatproof plate. Brush with sambal oelek. Cover with foil; rest for 5 mins. Slice.
3
Add onion and tomato to skillet. Saute for 2-3 mins or until onion softens. Remove from heat.
4
Cook noodles in a large saucepan of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, for 3 mins or until tender. Drain; return to saucepan.
5
Add chicken, cilantro pesto, tomato mixture, spinach leaves and lemon juice. Season with salt. Toss to combine. Spoon into shallow serving bowls. Serve at once.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch chopped cilantro, 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan, 1/4 cup unsalted raw cashews, toasted, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chili Chicken Noodles With Cilantro Pesto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chili Chicken Noodles With Cilantro Pesto

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