Asian Chicken With Pasta Recipes

ASIAN CHICKEN WITH PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in vinaigrette and salad dressing until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute the coleslaw mix, mushrooms, red pepper and onion until tender. Add the seasonings. Stir in the chicken; heat through. Drain pasta. Add to chicken mixture; toss to coat.

ASIAN CHICKEN SLAW WITH PASTA

Steps:

• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until it is tender but still firm to the bite, about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool it completely. Drain the pasta again, pat it dry and add it to the mixing bowl.
• Finely shred the cabbage and grate or finely chop the carrots. Roll the basil leaves up into tight cylinders and cut across them to create fine shreds and add them to the mixing bowl. Toss the salad with the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PASTA

Steps:

• Boil the pasta until al dente, about 10 minutes.
• While the water is coming to a boil for the pasta and the pasta itself is cooking, cut the chicken into strips about 2 inches long and 1/4-inch wide. In the bottom of a mixing bowl combine the
• scallions, sesame oil, rice vinegar, chili paste and peanut butter. Whisk until smooth and season
• with salt and crushed red pepper. Add more of any ingredient to make it taste as you wish.
• Add the chicken. When the pasta is done, drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process and pat dry. Add the pasta to the bowl, toss the ingredients together and adjust the seasoning.
• Transfer the salad to a platter lined with spinach leaves (dressed or not as you wish with a vinaigrette or favorite salad dressing). Garnish with cucumbers, peanuts or cilantro.

CHICKEN ON PASTA WITH SPICY ASIAN - STYLE SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Saute jalapenos and garlic until tender. Add coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, honey and hot pepper sauce, and whisk until smooth. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
• In large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Saute bell pepper, mushrooms and green onions 2-3 minutes. Add chicken and saute until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Add sauce.
• Cook linguine until tender, but still firm. Drain.
• Bring sauce to a simmer. Pour over pasta and toss well.

CHINESE CHICKEN SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and 1 tablespoon soy sauce until smooth; stir in 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Transfer to a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, sugar, remaining soy sauce and sesame oil; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in canola oil until no longer pink. Remove to a platter and keep warm. In the same skillet, stir-fry peas and carrots for 5 minutes. Add the green onions, ginger and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return chicken to pan. Add soy sauce mixture; drain pasta; Add to skillet; toss until combined.

SPICY ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA

Steps:

• Heat 2 T oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
• Add garlic and jalapeno.
• saute 3 minutes until tender but not brown.
• Add coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, honey and hot pepper sauce.
• Whisk until smooth and bring to a simmer.
• Remove from heat.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• This sauce can be made well in advance, covered and refrigerated.
• Heat remaining 1 T oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
• Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and green onions.
• Saute 3 minutes.
• Add chicken and saute until cooked through,about 3 more minutes.
• Add sauce.
• Simmer until heated.
• Cook linguine in a large pot of boiling, salted water until al dente.
• Drain.
• Pour heated sauce over pasta and toss to coat well.
• Divide among plates and serve.

ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Place in large bowl with chicken.
• In large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Cook carrots with 1/4 teaspoon salt until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove carrots, place in bowl with chicken and pasta. Add 2 tablespoons oil to wok and cook mushrooms with 1/4 teaspoon salt until tender, 5 minutes. Remove mushrooms and place in bowl.
• Add 2 more tablespoons oil to wok, stir-fry broccoli, cauliflower and onion until coated with oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup water, cover and cook 5 to 10 minutes, until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove vegetables with slotted spoon and toss with pasta and chicken.
• Mix in green onions, soy sauce and sesame oil, adjusting soy and sesame to taste. Serve warm or cold.

ASIAN-INSPIRED CHILLED PASTA SALAD WITH CHICKEN

Steps:

• Combine soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, grapeseed oil, sesame oil, canola oil, ginger, sugar, garlic, and black pepper in a blender; blend until smooth. Place dressing in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
• Slice each chicken breast down through the center to split breasts into 6 pieces. Place chicken and teriyaki marinade into a gallon-sized zip-top bag. Seal the bag tightly and shake until chicken is completely coated with marinade. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook thin spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 6 minutes. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, drain again, and place in the refrigerator until ready to assemble salad.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
• Place chicken on the preheated grill and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into even strips.
• Place cold pasta in a large mixing bowl. Add tomato, bell pepper, broccoli florets, salt, and black pepper. Add chilled dressing and mix well with tongs. Serve pasta on a plate and sprinkle with chow mein noodles. Place chicken strips and snow peas on the side. Garnish with chile-garlic sauce and cilantro sprig.