Chinese Sesame Noodles with Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistibly flavorful Chinese Sesame Noodles with Chicken! This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breast and perfectly cooked noodles, all tossed in a rich, creamy sesame-peanut sauce with hints of soy, garlic, and ginger. Vibrant carrots and crisp cucumbers add a fresh crunch, while the garnishes of sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds elevate every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is delightfully versatile—serve it warm for a comforting meal or chilled for a refreshing cold noodle salad. Whether you're craving an easy dinner or meal-prep inspiration, these sesame noodles deliver a balanced blend of savory, nutty, and tangy flavors that satisfy every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles
• 1 lb Chicken breast
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Sesame oil
• 3 tbsp Peanut butter (creamy)
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 1 Cucumber, julienned
• 3 Green onions, sliced
• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp Water (for thinning sauce)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, peanut butter, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, honey, red chili flakes, and 2 tablespoons of water. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the same skillet. Add the julienned carrot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, sautéed carrots, sliced cucumber, cooked chicken, and prepared sesame sauce. Toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the sesame noodles to serving bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a cold noodle salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1320.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2297.5

Total Fat 109.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.4g
Cholesterol 391.0mg	0%
Sodium 6395.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 170.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.1mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2656.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 29.0%

Carbs: 29.2%