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Cold Noodles with Shredded Chicken

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450
A refreshing cold noodle dish topped with shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 piece chicken breast (left at room temperature for 1-2 hours)
  • 2 slices ginger
  • 1 piece scallion (cut into 3-inch lengths)

Noodles

  • 2 servings noodles (almost any noodle or pasta)
  • 1 piece seedless cucumber (julienned)
  • 0.5 cup bean sprouts (raw or blanched)
  • 1.5 cup dry roasted peanuts
  • 1 scallion finely chopped scallion
  • a small handful chopped cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2-3 teaspoons chili oil (omit if you don’t like heat)
  • to taste salt salt

Instructions 

  • Poach the chicken breast in boiling water with ginger and scallion for 22-25 minutes, then shred.
  • Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl to prepare the sauce.
  • Cook noodles according to package instructions, rinse under cold water, and toss with 1-2 teaspoons oil if not serving immediately.
  • Combine noodles, shredded chicken, cucumber, bean sprouts, peanuts, scallion, and cilantro. Pour sauce over and toss to combine.

Notes

Adjust chili oil to taste for heat, and serve immediately for best texture.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken, Cold Dish, Noodles