Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this homemade Chicken Pad Thai, a classic Thai noodle dish. Tender rice noodles are stir-fried with succulent chicken, eggs, and an array of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a delectable savory-sweet sauce. Topped with crunchy peanuts, fragrant cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, this gluten-free Pad Thai is a delightful balance of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- lime wedges for serving
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Soak Rice Noodles: Soak rice noodles in hot water for 20–25 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, tamarind paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes.
- Cook Chicken and Eggs: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok. Cook chicken until browned, then push to one side. Pour in beaten eggs, scramble, and mix with chicken.
- Add Vegetables and Noodles: Add garlic, soaked noodles, and sauce to the pan. Toss well to combine and cook until heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in bean sprouts, carrots, and green onions. Remove from heat and top with peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges before serving.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness or spice in the sauce to your preference.
- You can substitute tamarind paste with a mixture of lime juice and a little extra brown sugar if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
