Spicy Peanut Noodles

4.47 from 39 votes

These Spicy Peanut Noodles are extremely simple to make! A fusion of flavors in a dish that can be prepared in under 20 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: spicy peanut noodles

Servings:

Calories: 701kcal

Cook Noodles - Cook noodles according to package instructions.
Make Peanut Sauce - In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, gochujang, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce and the water; set aside.
Cook Chicken - Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok then the add chicken to it - cook until no longer pink. Next, add garlic and ginger and sauté with the chicken for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the red pepper sauté for another minute.
Toss Together - Add noodles and peanut sauce to the wok, remove from heat, and toss well to make sure all the noodles are coated.
Garnish and Serve - Garnish with basil and serve with lime wedges and crushed peanuts if desired.

Slice Chicken Thinly: Ensure your chicken breast is sliced into thin, even strips. This not only helps it cook evenly and quickly but also ensures every bite is infused with the sauce's flavor.
Fresh Ingredients for the Sauce: Use fresh garlic and ginger for the sauce. Fresh ingredients make a significant difference in flavor compared to their dried or powdered counterparts.
Note: there will be lots of sauce in this dish, but the noodles will absorb most of the sauce.
Store leftover peanut noodles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, just pop it in the microwave or back in a skillet/wok until heated through.
If you want to keep this dish longer, you can freeze it in an airtight container - just keep in mind it may lose its quality and is best served fresh.