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Sesame Noodles with Chicken

Sesame Noodles with Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Sesame Noodles with Chicken brings the perfect balance of flavors in an easy weeknight dinner. With its savory sauce, tender chicken, and satisfying noodles, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Make it tonight for a delightful meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz. Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti see notes
  • 2 tsp. Salt for pasta water
  • 2 cups Diced cooked chicken or more
  • 1 cup Sliced green onions
  • 1 bunch Chopped cilantro optional
  • to taste Toasted sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt, then break spaghetti noodles in half and add to the boiling water.
  2. Stir, let it come to a boil again, then cook until noodles are tender but still have a little bite, for us this was about 18 minutes for Fiber Gourmet Spaghetti but I would start checking sooner than that.
  3. While pasta water is coming to a boil, combine unseasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, peanut oil, Chili Garlic Paste, minced ginger, sesame oil, and Golden Monkfruit Sweetener to make the flavorful sauce.
  4. While the noodles are cooking, chop the chicken into same-size pieces about 1/2 inch square, and combine chicken with about 1/3 cup of the sauce mixture to let it soak up the flavor of the sauce.
  5. Wash cilantro, spin dry or dry with paper towels, and chop. Slice the green onions. (If you're not a cilantro fan I would just use a bit more sliced green onions.)
  6. When noodles are cooked but still al dente, drain them into a colander placed in the sink.
  7. Put noodles back into pan you cooked them in and add the diced chicken that was marinating in the sauce.
  8. Pour the rest of the sauce mixture over chicken and noodles, then toss well enough that noodles and chicken are well-coated with the sauce mixture.
  9. Add chopped green onions (and chopped cilantro if using) and toss just enough to combine.
  10. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using, and serve right away.
  11. This is not bad when it's kept in the fridge overnight, but the noodles do absorb the sauce a bit and it's definitely best freshly made.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Just remember that the noodles will absorb some of the sauce.
  • Tip 2: While it's best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze the dish if necessary. Just keep in mind that the texture may change slightly when reheating.
  • Tip 3: This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or a light side salad, which balances the richness of the sauce.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to swap out the chicken for shrimp or tofu, depending on your preference.
  • Tip 5: Toss in some stir-fried bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for added texture and nutrition.