One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken
A quick and flavorful one-pot noodle dish combining tender shredded chicken with a spicy, creamy peanut sauce. This asian fusion-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs dry spaghetti noodles, shredded cooked chicken breast, creamy peanut butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dry spaghetti noodles
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 3 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tbsp crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot over medium heat, combine 3 cups chicken broth, 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Whisk until the peanut butter melts and the sauce is smooth and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz dry spaghetti noodles to the pot, pressing them down to submerge in the sauce. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and have absorbed the sauce.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast and 1 tbsp sesame oil, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the chicken is heated through and the sauce thickens to coat the noodles.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped scallions and 2 tbsp crushed peanuts before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep dry spaghetti noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken?
Asian Fusion one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
