Thai Peanut Chicken Sweet Potato Noodles

 Here’s a simple recipe for Thai Peanut Chicken with Sweet Potato Noodles—a healthy, flavorful dish packed with vibrant ingredients:

Ingredients

For the Peanut Sauce

1/3 cup creamy peanut butter

3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

2 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1 tbsp sriracha (optional, for heat)

2–3 tbsp water (to thin the sauce)

For the Dish

2 medium sweet potatoes, spiralized into noodles

1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, sliced into thin strips

2 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 cup snap peas or broccoli florets

2 green onions, thinly sliced

1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)

Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Peanut Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and sriracha.

Add water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Set aside.

2. Cook the Chicken

Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Add the chicken strips and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. Sauté the Vegetables

In the same skillet, heat the remaining oil. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Toss in the bell pepper and snap peas (or broccoli). Sauté for 3–4 minutes, until tender-crisp.

4. Add the Sweet Potato Noodles

Add the spiralized sweet potato noodles to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, tossing gently, until they begin to soften but remain slightly firm.

5. Combine and Toss

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the peanut sauce over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated and heated through.

6. Serve and Garnish

Divide the dish into bowls or plates. Garnish with green onions, chopped peanuts, and fresh cilantro if desired.

Tips

If you don’t have a spiralizer, many grocery stores sell pre-spiralized sweet potato noodles.

Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the sriracha.

Add lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.

Enjoy your vibrant and delicious Thai Peanut Chicken with Sweet Potato Noodles!