Description
Addictive Dan Dan Noodles are a culinary delight that combines fresh noodles, juicy chicken thighs, and a rich, spicy sesame sauce. This quick and easy recipe transforms any dinner into an exciting meal filled with bold flavors and vibrant colors. Perfect for cozy gatherings or impressing guests, each bite is sure to leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Dan Dan noodles
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: chop chicken and mince garlic and ginger.
- Cook the Dan Dan noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, garlic, and ginger; sauté until chicken is golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix tahini, soy sauce, chili paste, and vegetable broth. Pour over the cooked chicken and stir well.
- Toss in the cooked noodles until evenly coated; add more broth if needed.
- Serve in bowls garnished with sliced green onions or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Sichuan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg