Description

This Easy Spicy Chicken Pad Thai is a vibrant, zesty dish that combines tender chicken, rice noodles, and a spicy, tangy sauce. Topped with peanuts, fresh lime, and cilantro, it’s a quick weeknight dinner that’s packed with bold, authentic flavors.

Ingredients

For the Pad Thai:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
8 oz rice noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges, for serving

For the Spicy Sauce:

3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust more or less for spice)
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

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Instructions

Cook the noodles: Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha, lime juice, and chili flakes until combined. Set aside.
Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Sauté the veggies: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Scramble the eggs: Push the veggies to one side of the pan, then pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked, then mix with the veggies.
Combine everything: Add the cooked noodles and chicken back into the pan. Pour the spicy sauce over the top and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
Serve: Garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Adjust the level of spice by adding more or less sriracha or chili flakes.
You can swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or your favorite protein.
For a more authentic taste, use tamarind paste instead of brown sugar.