Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken Recipe

Name: Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 5 tablespoons soy sauce; 4 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, divided; 1/4 cup chunky peanut butter; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced finely; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (sriracha or other Asian style hot sauce preferred); 4 -6 tablespoons hot water; Dish; 8 ounces cooked chicken, shredded; 1/3 lb spaghetti or 1/2 lb fresh Chinese noodles; 1/2 red bell pepper, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch-wide strips; 1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded and sliced across 1/4-inch wide; 1 carrot, peeled and grated on the large holes of a box grater; 2 scallions, sliced thinly on the bias; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaf (optional)

Servings: persons

Sauce
5 tablespoons soy sauce
4 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, divided
1/4 cup chunky peanut butter
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced finely
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (sriracha or other Asian style hot sauce preferred)
4 -6 tablespoons hot water
Dish
8 ounces cooked chicken, shredded
1/3 lb spaghetti or 1/2 lb fresh Chinese noodles
1/2 red bell pepper, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch-wide strips
1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded and sliced across 1/4-inch wide
1 carrot, peeled and grated on the large holes of a box grater
2 scallions, sliced thinly on the bias
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaf (optional)

1
In a blender, combine soy sauce, 3 tbsp sesame seeds, peanut butter, rice vinegar, brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, ginger, garlic and hot sauce. Process until smooth. With the blades still running, add hot water, 1 tbsp at a time, until the sauce has the thickness of heavy cream.
2
If serving hot, heat the chicken without overcooking it (1 minute or so in the microwave on high should do).
3
Cook the pasta in 4 qts of salted water until tender. Reserve 1/2 c of pasta water before draining. If serving cold, rinse under cold running water until cold.
4
Transfer noodles to a large bowl and toss with remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add sauce, chicken, bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, scallions and cilantro if using. Toss well to combine. If the sauce looks too thick, drizzle with reserved pasta water and toss again; repeat until desired consistency is achieved. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 5 tablespoons soy sauce, 4 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, divided, 1/4 cup chunky peanut butter, and more.

Yes, Sesame Noodles With Shredded 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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Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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