Thai-Inspired Protein-Rich Pasta Delight
Discover a culinary adventure with this Thai-Inspired Protein-Rich Pasta Delight. Combining the heartiness of pasta with aromatic Thai spices, this dish features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, it’s both nutritious and bursting with flavor. Get ready to twirl your fork in this colorful, satisfying meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once heated, sauté the diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, add bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for about 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and a splash of reserved pasta water until smooth. Pour into the skillet with vegetables.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to combine everything. Heat through for another 2 minutes on low heat.
- Serve warm garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg