This dish combines tender linguine or oriental noodles with poached chicken and crisp broccoli in a rich, creamy sesame-peanut sauce. The sauce is a delightful balance of savory soy, tangy vinegar, and nutty tahini or peanut butter, providing a complex flavor profile that coats every bite. The texture is varied and satisfying, with the firm bite of the noodles contrasting against the soft chicken and crunchy vegetables. It is an excellent choice for summer picnics, meal prep lunches, or a light weeknight dinner. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing meal that is as easy to assemble as it is delicious to eat.
Cold Sesame Noodles With Chicken & Broccoli
Description
This dish combines tender linguine or oriental noodles with poached chicken and crisp broccoli in a rich, creamy sesame-peanut sauce. The sauce is a delightful balance of savory soy, tangy vinegar, and nutty tahini or peanut butter, providing a complex flavor profile that coats every bite. The texture is varied and satisfying, with the firm bite of the noodles contrasting against the soft chicken and crunchy vegetables. It is an excellent choice for summer picnics, meal prep lunches, or a light weeknight dinner. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing meal that is as easy to assemble as it is delicious to eat.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
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Drain broccoli and immediately rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
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In a blender or food processor, combine peanut butter (or tahini) and hot water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Add soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper to the blender. Blend until fully combined and smooth.
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Place poached, shredded chicken breast halves in a medium bowl. Pour the peanut-sesame sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken mixture for up to two hours to allow the flavors to marinate.
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Meanwhile, bring another large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine or oriental noodles until tender but still firm to the bite (al dente).
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Drain the noodles and rinse thoroughly under cold running water to cool them down. Drain well.
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In a large serving bowl, toss the cooled noodles with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
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Add the marinated chicken mixture, drained broccoli, and chopped scallions to the bowl with the noodles.
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Toss everything together gently until the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
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Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 8.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 8.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.8g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
- Sugars 0.4g
- Protein 0.7g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
