Skinny Broccoli And Peanut Chicken With Noodles Recipes

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI NOODLE CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Cook noodles in salted water until al dente, or slightly under-cooked by 2 minutes. Set aside.
• Meanwhile heat oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook on medium heat until golden, about 1 minute.
• Add the broccoli and a little salt, sauté and cover the broccoli for about 3 minutes on medium heat until the broccoli begins to soften. Set aside.
• Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 9 x 12 casserole dish with cooking spray.
• In a large pot, heat butter over medium-low heat, when melted add the shallot and cook until soft, 2-3 minutes.
• Add the flour and a pinch of salt and stir well, cooking an additional 2-3 minutes on medium-low heat. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until well combined over medium heat; whisk well for 30 seconds, then add the milk and bring to a boil. Simmer on medium heat, mixing occasionally until it thickens (about 6-7 minutes).
• Remove from heat and add reduced fat sharp cheddar and 1 tablespoon of the parmesan cheese; mix well until the cheese melts.
• Add the shredded chicken, noodles and broccoli to the sauce and mix well until evenly coated.
• Pour into a casserole dish and top with Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
• Spray a little more cooking spray on top and bake for about 20 - 25 minutes. Place the casserole under the broiler a few minutes to get the crumbs crisp and golden (careful not to burn). Divide in 6 equal portions.

CONTEST-WINNING PEANUT CHICKEN STIR-FRY

Steps:

• Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine water, soy sauce, peanut butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, garlic and pepper flakes; set aside., In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; stir-fry until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan. , Stir-fry broccoli and carrot in remaining oil until crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes. Add soy sauce mixture; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened, 1-2 minutes. Return chicken to pan; heat through. Drain noodles; toss with chicken mixture in pan. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.

ASIAN PEANUT NOODLES WITH CHICKEN

Steps:

• For the peanut sauce: Combine 1 cup chicken broth, peanut butter, sriracha, honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, ginger, and 3 cloves crushed garlic in a small saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat stirring occasionally until sauce becomes smooth and well blended, about 5-10 minutes. Set aside.
• Boil water for the noodles cook pasta according to package instructions.
• Season chicken with salt and pepper, sriracha, lime, garlic, ginger and soy sauce.
• Heat a large skillet or wok until hot. Add oil and sauté chicken on high heat until cooked through, about 2-3 minutes; remove from heat and set aside.
• Add 2 cloves crushed garlic, scallions, carrots, broccoli slaw and/or bean sprouts and salt, sauté until tender crisp, about 1-2 minutes.
• Drain noodles and toss with peanut sauce and additional chicken broth if needed to loosen the sauce. When chicken is cooked, toss with noodles.
• Divide noodles and chicken between 6 bowls, top with sauteed vegetables, bean sprouts, chopped peanuts (or you can toss everything together to hide the vegetables so your family members don't push them aside!) and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN & NOODLES

Steps:

• Microwave frozen vegetables according to package directions., Place broth, peanut butter, teriyaki sauce, pepper and cayenne in a large skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Stir in chicken; heat through. Stir in vegetables., Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain and immediately add to chicken mixture, tossing to combine. Sprinkle with green onions. If desired, moisten with additional broth. Serve immediately.

PEANUT CHICKEN STIR FRY

Steps:

• MAKE NOODLES: Boil noodles in salted water as per package directions. Drain - reserving a cup of pasta water - and set aside.
• MAKE PEANUT SAUCE: Place all peanut sauce ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until smoothly combined.
• STIR FRY CHICKEN: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan (preferably non stick) to medium high. Stir fry chicken for 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
• STIR FRY VEGETABLES: Add a little more oil if needed and heat to medium high. Add onions, peppers, broccoli florets (if using) and broccoli slaw. Stir fry for 5 minutes until tender.
• FINISH STIR FRY: Add cooked chicken, cooked noodles and peanut sauce to the vegetables. Add baby spinach if using. Stir to combine everything and cook for a couple of minutes until heated through and spinach wilts. Add a bit of pasta water at a time until you get the consistency you want (you will likely not need it all). Sprinkle on sesame seeds and serve.