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A bowl of creamy peanut butter noodles with chicken and broccoli

High Protein Peanut Butter Noodles with Chicken

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz high -protein edamame noodles or whole wheat spaghetti
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup low -sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 2 green onions , thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Cook the noodles in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, sriracha, and warm water until the sauce is smooth and emulsified.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Add the broccoli and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked noodles and peanut sauce to the skillet.
  7. Toss the ingredients thoroughly until the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  8. Divide into bowls and garnish with chopped peanuts and sliced green onions.