Sesame Chicken And Noodles

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   1) Toast sesame seeds in skillet over medium heat, until they turn golden and fragrant (10 minutes)

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   2) Save 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in a small bowl; With the remaining 3 tablespoons, puree in a blender or food processor along with peanut butter, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, hot sauce and sugar, until smooth - 1 minute.

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   While the machine is running, add hot water (1 tablespoon at a time) until the consistency is creamy. I usually use about 4-6 tablespoons.

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   Set aside.

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   3)Bring about 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large stockpot. While you're waiting, heat broiler. Spray broiler pan with cooking spray, set pan about 6 inches from heat source. Put chicken breasts (halved) on pan and broil about 8 minutes. Flip chicken over and continue broiling another 8 minutes. Note, the time depends on your broiler. You should probably use a meat thermometer (160 degrees F).

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   Transfer chicken to a cutting board, let rest for 5-10 minutes. Using two forks, shred chicken into small pieces and set them aside.

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   Add salt and noodles to the boiling water and boil until tender (2-5 minutes for fresh noodles). Drain noodles, rinse with cold water and drain again.

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   4) In a large bowl, toss cooked noodles with sesame oil until well coated. Add shredded chicken, scallions, carrots and the sauce from step 1. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.