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: ¼ cup sesame seeds, toasted; ¼ cup chunky peanut butter; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 5 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed; 5 tablespoons hot water; 1 12 lbs chicken breast fillets; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 lb dried Asian noodles; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 4 green onions, sliced thin on diagonal; 1 carrot, grated

Servings: persons

¼ cup sesame seeds, toasted
¼ cup chunky peanut butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
5 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
5 tablespoons hot water
1 12 lbs chicken breast fillets
1 tablespoon salt
1 lb dried Asian noodles
2 tablespoons sesame oil
4 green onions, sliced thin on diagonal
1 carrot, grated

1
In blender or food processor, puree 3 tablespoons of the sesame seeds, peanut butter, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, hot sauce, and sugar until smooth.
2
With machine running, add hot water, 1 tablespoon at time, until sauce has consistency of heavy cream; set aside.
3
Bring 6 quarts water to boil in stockpot over high heat.
4
Preheat oven broiler.
5
Spray broiler pan top with cooking spray.
6
Place chicken breasts on broiler pan and broil 4 to 8 minutes, or until lightly browned.
7
Using tongs, flip chicken over and continue to broil for an additional 6 to 8 minutes.
8
Transfer chicken to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
9
Using 2 forks, shred chicken into bite-size pieces and set aside.
10
Add salt and noodles to boiling water; boil noodles until tender.
11
Drain, then rinse with cold running tap water until cool to touch; drain again.
12
In a large bowl, toss noodles with sesame oil until evenly coated.
13
Add shredded chicken, scallions, carrot, and sauce; toss to combine.
14
Divide among individual bowls, sprinkle each bowl with portion of remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, and serve.

870

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup sesame seeds, toasted, ¼ cup chunky peanut butter, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sesame Noodles With Shredded Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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