Craving a flavor explosion that's both easy and impressive? Get ready to meet your new weeknight obsession: Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles Mince! This dish combines savory chicken, aromatic spices, and a luscious peanut sauce for a taste of Thailand you can make in minutes.
Ingredients
Okay, so let's gather all the stuff we'll need to make this crazy-good dessert sandwich – trust me; it's easier than trying to explain why socks disappear in the laundry! First, I grab four slices of white sandwich bread. Stale bread works best because it won't get soggy!
Next, I make sure I've got a tablespoon of butter, one egg, and two tablespoons of milk. Don't forget the sixteen marshmallows, halved horizontally – sticky side up, folks!
And, of course, no dessert sandwich is complete without Nutella. Generously spread it, I say! If you're feeling fancy, grab extra marshmallows and chocolate sauce for topping! I mean, why not? Think of it as breakfast decadence! This is how I sneak in dessert for breakfast!
Preparation
Preparation: It is time to get ready to create this masterpiece! I think you'll find prep is a breeze. I'm guessing it'll take you about 10 minutes to get everything set before cooking. Don't worry; it's so simple, even I can do it—and that's saying something!
First, grab your ingredients, and let's layout everything:
- We'll need *all* of our ingredients—so don't forget anything.
- Make sure our bread is stale. If it's fresh, it'll get too soggy, gross!
- Cut your marshmallows because the next step is key.
You can even use peanut butter to make a satay-style sauce to drizzle on top. Don't forget to get out a shallow dish because we need one big enough for the bread, and a pan—we're almost there! I hope you're excited as I am!
Cooking Instructions
Now that we've prepped everything, we can move onto the heart of the operation—cooking! I'm excited; are you?!
Get your pan nice and hot—medium-high heat is perfect. Drop in your butter; we don't need much, about a tablespoon will do. I always wait for it to melt and coat the pan evenly.
Grab two slices of your Nutella-smeared bread—the ones with the marshmallows and gently dip the *bottom* into your egg mix. Don't soak it! Pop them into the pan, dipped side down.
Repeat with the other slices, and *carefully* place them on top of the marshmallow slices, Nutella facing DOWN!
Now for the tricky but fun part! Press down lightly with a spatula—gently now! We don't want marshmallow explosions. Cook each side about 2-3 minutes, till golden brown. You'll know it's ready.
Serving Suggestions
I think the best part has arrived—serving up this masterpiece! You've worked hard, and now it's time to enjoy your Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles Mince.
This dish is seriously versatile, so don't be afraid to get creative. I love to serve it hot right from the pan, but it's also fantastic cold – think lunch the next day! So, I have a few serving suggestions I think you will appreciate:
- Top with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
- Add a squeeze of lime juice to brighten up the flavors.
- Serve it with a side of steamed veggies—broccoli or green beans work great!
Don't hesitate to add a dash of chili paste to increase the level of heat.
Trust me; you're going to want to dive right in—it is that amazing! You'll be so proud that you prepared such a delicious dish with such ease. Bon appétit, my friend.
Short Recipe Version
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup water
- Lime juice, to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped peanuts, cilantro, green onions
Instructions:
- Cook noodles according to package directions.
- While noodles cook, brown ground chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and water.
- Add the sauce to the skillet with the cooked chicken and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Add lime juice to taste.
- Serve immediately, topped with optional toppings.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 500
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g