4.9 from 21 votes
Easy Chicken Pad Thai Recipe
This homemade Thai pasta dish has all the flavor and appeal of authentic Pad Thai from your favorite takeout restaurant, but is easy to make in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 405 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Asian , Thai
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite size pieces.
- 8 ounces pad thai noodles (rice noodles)
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil or coconut oil
- 3 large eggs
- 6 green onions, chopped
- 2 cups mung bean sprouts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoons creamy peanut butter* (optional)
- 3-5 teaspoons chile garlic sauce
Toppings:
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/3 cup peanuts, lightly chopped
Instructions
- Place the noodles in a large bowl. Completely cover them with cold water and soak for 25-35 minutes, until slightly pliable.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sauce ingredients together. Set aside. (If adding the peanut butter, it won't completing mix in until heated.)
- Generously salt and pepper the chicken pieces. Set a wok or large deep pan over medium heat and add the oil. Sauté the chicken until mostly cooked, 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, green onions, and bean sprouts. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Push the ingredients to the sides, and scramble the eggs in the middle of pan until firm. Mix together.
- Drain the noodles well, then add the noodles and sauce. Stir gently to incorporate, cooking another 3-5 minutes, careful not to overcook the noodles Add 2-4 tablespoons water if needed. Serve warm topped with peanuts and cilantro.
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Notes
- *Adding a little peanut butter to the sauce gives the Pad Thai a deeper richer flavor. It is not necessary, but delicious!
- These leftovers will last in an airtight container in the fridge for about 2 to 3 days before the noodles start to get soggy.
- Reheat leftover pad Thai in the microwave, or just eat it cold from the fridge. It's delicious!
- To Freeze: Store this recipe in a suitable freezer container and keep it in the freezer for 3 to 6 months. Let it thaw out in the fridge overnight before rewarming gently. Be aware that the noodles will be a bit softer, but still flavorful!
Nutrition Information
Serving
8ounces
Calories
405kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
46g
(15%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
130mg
(43%)
Sodium
1289mg
(54%)
Potassium
516mg
(15%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
320IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
9.8mg
(11%)
Calcium
59mg
(6%)
Iron
2.1mg
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 8ounces | |
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 130mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 1289mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 516mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 320IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 9.8mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.