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Chicken Thai Pot Noodles
- Natasha Kanade
- January 27, 2022
- Easy
- Servings - 1
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rice noodles (uncooked)
- 100g chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, snap peas)
- 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (or additional soy sauce for a vegetarian option)
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
- Cook the noodles: Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken slices and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in Thai red curry paste and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add coconut milk and vegetables: Pour in light coconut milk and add mixed vegetables. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender. Add little water if needed.
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir well. Add light soy sauce and fish sauce (or extra soy sauce). Mix in the cooked noodles and stir to combine all ingredients.
- Serve: Add fresh lime juice, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Rice noodles (uncooked): Gluten-free and a good source of carbohydrates for quick energy.
- Chicken breast (thinly sliced): A lean source of protein essential for muscle repair and growth.
- Mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, snap peas): Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support overall health and immunity.
- Thai red curry paste: Contains spices with potential anti-inflammatory properties and adds flavor without extra calories.
- Light coconut milk: Offers healthy fats and creaminess with fewer calories than regular coconut milk.