Best 7 Classic Chicken Pad Thai Recipes

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Chicken pad thai is a classic Thai dish that is popular around the world for its delightful blend of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. It is typically made with stir-fried rice noodles, chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful pad thai sauce. This dish is relatively easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you are a seasoned cook or new to cooking, this guide will provide you with the essential steps and tips to prepare a delicious and authentic chicken pad thai in your own kitchen.

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CLASSIC CHICKEN PAD THAI



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This recipe is a combination of several recipes that I like - I was trying to copy a meal that is served at a restaurant here in Phoenix called Pei Wei - I think I did it! This is fabulous! Great flavor. Instead of rice noodles we used the whole wheat fettuccini noodles from Trader Joe's. An optional ingredient would be to add 1 to 2 teaspoons of curry powder also. That should be added when cooking the onion and chicken in the first step. Enjoy! For those of you have made this before I have tweeked this just a bit. I've added the vinegar in the sauce. Went back to Pei Wei and discovered it was missing vinegar! Reduced the oil and the amount of chicken as well.

Provided by Sky Hostess

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup low-fat coconut milk
6 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
4 tablespoons light soy sauce
4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
1/2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 -2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
1 lb chicken breast, cut up into bite size pieces
6 -8 ounces frozen sugar snap peas
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped (lightly salted)
cilantro
1/2 lb cooked noodles or 1/2 lb cooked pasta

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine all sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • Cook noodles or pasta, drain, and set aside.
  • In a large, deep skillet, over medium heat, cook chicken and onions in canola and sesame oil. Halfway through cooking, add garlic to pan. When chicken is done add sugar peas and stir to heat (about a minute or two). Add sauce mixture and stir to coat chicken. Little by little add cooked noodles or pasta stirring to coat.
  • Serve garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.1, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 59.4, Sodium 874.2, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 9.3, Protein 26.9

CLASSIC PAD THAI



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This recipe is a perfect example of Thai cooking for beginners. Once mastered, you'll forget stopping for take-out and make this easy stir-fry a weeknight staple.

Provided by Heinz

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Heinzitup.com

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces medium width rice vermicelli noodles
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ pound ground chicken
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
½ pound peeled, deveined raw shrimp
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons freshly grated gingerroot
½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
½ cup Heinz Tomato Ketchup
¼ cup lime juice
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 ½ cups bean sprouts
3 green onions, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh coriander or parsley leaves
chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Cover noodles with boiling water and let stand for 5 minutes; drain well and reserve.
  • Heat half the oil in a wok or deep skillet set over high heat. Crumble in chicken and add hot sauce; stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes or until browned. Reserve on a platter.
  • Add remaining oil and peppers to pan; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, broth, ketchup, lime juice, sugar and fish sauce. Bring to a boil. Add noodles and reserved meat; toss mixture to combine. Heat through.
  • Add sprouts and toss gently. Sprinkle with onions, coriander and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Carbohydrate 70.2 g, Cholesterol 103.6 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1298.1 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

CLASSIC CHICKEN PAD THAI



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Make authentic Thai noodles at home with this chicken pad Thai recipe. The sauce is made from scratch using Thai favorites like fish sauce, tamarind paste, and shrimp paste.

Provided by ChefJackie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 ounces dried rice noodles
4 tablespoons brown sugar
4 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste
6 tablespoons fish sauce, or to taste
5 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 ounces chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 (7 ounce) package firm tofu, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon shrimp paste
3 eggs
2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
¾ cup dry roasted peanuts
2 cups bean sprouts
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Soak rice noodles in a bowl of water for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, and tamarind paste in a bowl. Whisk well and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add tofu. Cook chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes.
  • Add garlic and shrimp paste to the wok and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes, then add fish sauce mixture and drained noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Push noodles to one side of the wok. Crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble until firm, about 3 minutes. Stir into the noodles. Serve with peanuts, bean sprouts, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 796.9 calories, Carbohydrate 97.5 g, Cholesterol 190.4 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 39.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 3005.9 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

CHICKEN PAD THAI



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Like a facsimile of your favorite takeout chicken pad Thai -- or perhaps, since there's no transit time, even better.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 ounces flat rice stick noodles (linguini size)
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste or tamarind concentrate (see Cook's Note)
1 to 3 tablespoons sriracha (depending on desired heat level)
1 tablespoon lime juice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup cubed extra-firm tofu (1-by-1/2-inch cubes)
6 ounces chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 cup mung bean sprouts
3 thin scallions, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces (see Cook's Note)
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • For the noodles: Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
  • For the sauce: Stir together the fish sauce, brown sugar, tamarind, sriracha and lime juice in a small bowl until well combined.
  • For the stir fry: Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Push the tofu to the side, allowing the excess oil to drip down into the middle of the skillet. Add the chicken and shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is opaque and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Push to the side with the tofu, allowing the excess oil to drip down into the middle of the skillet. Add the beaten egg to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally and chopping to break up, until cooked through, about 30 seconds. Push the egg to the side with the tofu and chicken. Add the peppers to the skillet and cook just to soften slightly, about 2 minutes. Add the noodles, bean sprouts, scallions and sauce to the skillet. Combine the tofu, chicken and egg into the ingredients and stir fry, coating the ingredients with the sauce, and simmer to thicken, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pile the stir fry onto a serving plate and top with chopped peanuts and cilantro leaves. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

CHICKEN PAD THAI



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Enjoy our version of the classic noodle dish with spring onions, egg, beansprouts and peanuts. Add chilli to suit your taste and serve with lime wedges

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 20

150g dried flat rice noodles
4 tbsp sunflower oil
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 red chilli , finely chopped
2 chicken breasts, sliced finely sliced
½ small pack coriander , leaves picked, and stalks finely chopped
60g spring onions , shredded (reserving some to serve)
2 tbsp chopped pickled turnip (optional)
50ml chicken stock
100g beansprouts
2 eggs
60g roasted unsalted peanuts , chopped
soy sauce , to serve
fresh red chilli , sliced, to serve (optional)
2 tbsp tamarind paste
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp light brown soft sugar
1 lime , half juiced, half cut into wedges to serve
½ tbsp siracha
pinch chilli powder (optional)

Steps:

  • Soak the noodles in warm water for about 20 mins or until al dente, then drain. Meanwhile, make the sauce by mixing together the tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, lime and siracha until smooth.
  • Heat half the oil in a frying pan or a wok over a medium heat. Add the garlic and chilli and fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Tip in the chicken and cook for 5 mins until golden. Add the coriander stalks, spring onions and turnip (if using), and fry for 1 min. Add in the soaked noodles, 50ml of the chicken stock and the prepared sauce. Keep stir-frying the noodles until they're starting to dry, then add the sauce. Stir everything together and cook over a high heat for 3 mins until the noodles are just cooked. Add a splash more water if needed.
  • When the sauce has reduced, scatter over the beansprouts and fold them into the noodles. Push everything to one side of the pan, then pour in the rest of the oil on the empty side and crack in the eggs. Fry for 2 mins until the white is just set and beginning to crisp around the edges, then roughly scramble the runny yolks in with the whites. When the eggs have just set, combine with the noodles.
  • Scatter over half of the peanuts and quickly toss together. Divide between two plates with the remaining peanuts and spring onion, the lime wedges and soy sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1004 calories, Fat 45 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 87 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 24 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 60 grams protein, Sodium 5.73 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN PAD THAI



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No need for takeout to bring home the tastes of authentic Thai cooking. Our Chicken Pad Thai is super easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Arlene Cummings

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (8 oz) rice stick noodles
4 tablespoons peanut or canola oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup fresh bean sprouts
Juice of 1 lime
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1/4 cup sugar
Crushed red pepper flakes to taste
1/3 cup chopped peanuts
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In large bowl, soak noodles in boiling water about 10 minutes or until soft. Drain; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sauce ingredients; set aside.
  • In wok or large heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onions; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add chicken and soy sauce; stir-fry 3 to 5 minutes longer until chicken is no longer pink in center. Remove chicken to plate; cover to keep warm.
  • In wok, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add eggs; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring until scrambled and firm. Add softened noodles, sauce and chicken. Cook 2 minutes. Add bean sprouts; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer, stirring frequently, until noodles are tender and sprouts are no longer crisp. If mixture seems dry, stir in 1/4 cup water and cook until thoroughly heated.
  • Spoon into large serving bowl or individual bowls. Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CLASSIC PAD THAI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: wide rice noodle, palm sugar, fish sauce, tamarind paste, oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, garlic, shallots, pickled turnip, egg, tofu, green onion, bean sprout, lime, peanut, red thai chile

Provided by Vaughn Vreeland

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ lb wide rice noodle
¼ cup palm sugar
¼ cup fish sauce
¼ cup tamarind paste
1 tablespoon oil
6 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, minced
1 teaspoon pickled turnip, optional
1 egg
4 oz tofu, cubed, optional
½ bunch green onion, or chinese chives, sliced, plus more for serving
½ cup bean sprout, plus more for serving
lime, for serving
peanut, for serving
red thai chile, diced, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Soak rice noodles in room temperature water 30 minutes prior to cooking.
  • In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together palm sugar, tamarind paste, and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and reduce for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon. Remove sauce from heat and set aside.
  • Heat a cast-iron pan or wok over high heat.
  • Add oil and chicken and cook for about two minutes until nearly cooked through and nicely seared on all sides.
  • Add minced garlic, shallots, and turnips to the chicken and stir to incorporate.
  • Move the chicken to the side of the pan and add the egg. Break the egg up with a spatula or wooden spoon and stir to scramble.
  • Add soaked rice noodles and stir to evenly incorporate all ingredients, stirring for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add 2 or 3 tablespoons of the reduced sauce and stir.
  • Add tofu, Chinese chives or green onions, and bean sprouts. Stir to incorporate and remove from heat.
  • Serve immediately with lime, peanuts, more sprouts and chives, and red chiles, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 15 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your Pad Thai.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your own taste. Like it spicy? Add some extra chili flakes. Want it more savory? Add a splash of fish sauce. The possibilities are endless.
  • If you don't have all of the ingredients on hand, don't worry. You can substitute other ingredients or simply leave them out. For example, if you don't have tamarind paste, you can use lemon juice or lime juice instead.
  • Pad Thai is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Pad Thai is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, your friends and family are sure to love it. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give Pad Thai a try. You won't be disappointed.

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