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Healthy Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Enjoy Healthy Asian Noodles (Pad Kee Mao), a delightful Thai stir-fried dish that's lightened up and filled with fresh veggies and lean chicken! Perfect for any weeknight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces dried rice noodles, cooked according to package directions
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces (can substitute tofu or shrimp)
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 serrano pepper, seeds removed (or jalapeno for mild spice)
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 5-6 green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp water

Method
 

  1. Run the cooked rice noodles under cold water, then drain and pat dry with a paper towel. Toss with olive oil and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, honey, and water. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic and chili until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in carrots and green onions, sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Push veggies to the sides and add noodles to center, sauté until slightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Toss noodles with veggies and chicken. Add the sauce and stir until everything is evenly blended and the noodles absorb the sauce.
  9. Remove from heat, mix in fresh basil, and serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition Information Source: Data from USDA FoodData Central Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.