Peanut Chicken with Noodles

  • Prep 35 min
  • Total 35 min
  • Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. uncooked spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 lb. chicken breast strips for stir-frying
  • 1 medium carrot, cut into 2x1/4x1/4-inch strips (1 cup)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin bite-sized strips
  • 1/2 lb. fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup purchased peanut sauce

Steps

  • 1
    Cook spaghetti as directed on package. Drain.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in wok or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; cook and stir 4 to 6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet; place on plate and cover to keep warm.
  • 3
    Add remaining tablespoon oil to wok. Add carrot; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and asparagus; cook and stir an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • 4
    Add cooked spaghetti and peanut sauce. Return chicken to wok; toss to coat. Cook and stir about 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

  • There are many new peanut sauces on the market. Find the one you enjoy most and keep it on hand for quick meals.
  • Try making this noodle dish with shrimp or 1/2-inch cubes of firm tofu instead of the chicken breast strips.
  • For extra peanut flavor and crunch, sprinkle the finished dish with roasted or salted peanuts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 Cups
Calories
585
Calories from Fat
205
Total Fat
23g
35%
Saturated Fat
4g
20%
Cholesterol
70mg
23%
Sodium
400mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate
55g
18%
Dietary Fiber
4g
16%
Sugars
7g
Protein
39g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
96%
96%
Vitamin C
66%
66%
Calcium
4%
4%
Iron
22%
22%
Exchanges:
3 1/2 Starch; 4 Very Lean Meat; 4 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
3 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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