Cold Peanut Soba Noodles With Chicken Recipe

Name: Cold Peanut Soba Noodles With Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces soba (buckwheat) noodles; 1 cup frozen shelled edamame; 1/2 cup peanut butter; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (not seasoned); 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon Asian chili sauce (such as Sriracha or sambal oelek); Kosher salt; 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken; 1 cup diced cucumber; 1/2 cup chopped scallions

Servings: persons

12 ounces soba (buckwheat) noodles
1 cup frozen shelled edamame
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon Asian chili sauce (such as Sriracha or sambal oelek)
Kosher salt
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup chopped scallions

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Add the soba noodles and edamame and cook as the noodle label directs.
3
Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain the noodles and edamame and run under cold water until cool.
4
Whisk the peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil and chili sauce in a large bowl.
5
Add 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water and whisk until smooth.
6
Add the noodles and edamame, season with salt and toss to combine (add more cooking water to loosen, if needed).
7
Divide among shallow bowls and top with the chicken, cucumber and scallions.
8
Per serving: Calories 652; Fat 25 g (Saturated 5 g); Cholesterol 57 mg; Sodium 1,446 mg; Carbohydrate 78 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 38 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 12 ounces soba (buckwheat) noodles, 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (not seasoned), and more.

Yes, Cold Peanut Soba Noodles With Chicken 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.

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Cold Peanut Soba Noodles With Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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