Best Thai Chicken Pasta Skillet Recipes

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THAI CHICKEN PASTA



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I try to buy fresh chicken when it's on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then cut it up and package it in small amounts suitable for recipes like this. When I want it, I just need to pull it out of the freezer and let it thaw. -Jeni Pittard, Canon, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces uncooked whole wheat linguine
1/2 cup salsa
2 tablespoons reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon orange juice
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1 tablespoon chopped unsalted peanuts
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe dish, combine the salsa, peanut butter, orange juice, honey and soy sauce. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Add the chicken; heat through., Drain linguine. Serve with chicken mixture. Garnish with peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 474mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

THAI CHICKEN PASTA SKILLET



Thai Chicken Pasta Skillet image

This gorgeous Bangkok-style pasta has been a faithful standby for many years and always gets loads of praise. For a potluck, we increase it and do it ahead. -Susan Ten Pas, Myrtle Creek, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 package (10 ounces) fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and cut diagonally into thin strips
2 cups julienned carrots (about 8 ounces)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 cup Thai peanut sauce
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced diagonally
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add snap peas and carrots; stir-fry 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add chicken, peanut sauce and spaghetti; heat through, tossing to combine., Transfer to a serving plate. Top with cucumber and, if desired, cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 432mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THAI CHICKEN PASTA



Thai Chicken Pasta image

Categories     Chicken     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Coconut     Basil     Broccoli     Summer     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 14-ounce can light unsweetened coconut milk
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons fish sauce (nam pla)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced green onions
1 1/4 cups chopped fresh basil
1 pound linguine
2 cups small fresh broccoli florets (about 5 ounces)

Steps:

  • Stir coconut milk, curry paste and ginger in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until paste dissolves, about 1 minute. Mix broth and cornstarch in small bowl until cornstarch dissolves; mix into skillet. Stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add chicken, fish sauce and lime juice. Simmer over medium heat until chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add bell pepper, green onions and basil and cook 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Add broccoli and boil 1 minute. Drain pasta and broccoli. Return to pot.
  • Pour sauce mixture over pasta and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

THAI CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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I combined several recipes to come up with my healthier twist on traditional pad thai. My version has only one-third the sodium of frozen versions you find in the store. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti
2 large carrots, julienned
3/4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons molasses
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 cups finely shredded Chinese or napa cabbage
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons unsalted dry roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook spaghetti according to package directions, adding the carrots during the last 2 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk peanut butter, water, lime juice, molasses, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil and red pepper flakes until blended. Drain spaghetti and carrots; place in a large bowl. Add cabbage, chicken and dressing; toss to coat., Sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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