This is the first time I tried a popular Thai recipe, I found this recipe in a Facebook group, So I decided to give it a try, the Classic Chicken Pad Thai recipe. It’s a favorite for lots of people because it’s super yummy. It’s a Thai dish that mixes together lots of delicious flavors together. You will love it a lot especially if you love chicken recipes, this recipe is perfect for you and it is so simple to make, it took me only 30 minutes to make it, so let’s start

Why do I make this Classic Chicken Pad Thai?

I’ve made lots of Filipino and other Asian dishes, but I’ve never tried a Thai recipe before. When I found this one, I thought it was the perfect time to give it a go! Also, The flavors in Classic Chicken Pad Thai are so good. It’s a mix of sweet, salty, tangy, and a bit spicy as well and it’s super yummy. The special ingredients like tamarind paste, fish sauce, and lime juice make it taste just right.

This recipe is very popular in Thai cuisine. And You can make it fast because there’s not a lot of work. It’s like eating at a restaurant, but you don’t have to wait a long time.

You can change this Pad Thai to be exactly how you like it. If you like things spicy, you can make it spicy. You can use shrimp or tofu instead of chicken if you want. You can also add your favorite veggies.

How many calories are in Classic Chicken Pad Thai?

A serving of Chicken Pad Thai usually has about 300/400 calories. But the exact number can change depending on how much you eat and what ingredients you use. To know the exact calories, you can check the ingredients and portion sizes you use. My recipe is about 350 calories.

What vegetables are in Classic Chicken Pad Thai?

Chicken Pad Thai has different veggies that make it tasty and healthy. You’ll often find bean sprouts, green onions, and sometimes bell peppers. I found Some versions also have carrots or broccoli. You can pick the vegetables you like to make it just right for you.

Ingredients

Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s go over the ingredients you’ll need to prepare this Classic Chicken Pad Thai:

• 8 ounces rice noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• Lime wedges for garnish

Kitchen Equipment

• Wok or a large skillet
• Tongs
• Spatula
• Large pot for boiling noodles
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing bowls

Now that we have everything ready let’s get started!

Directions

Prepare the Rice Noodles

1. Start by boiling a large pot of water. Once boiling, remove it from heat and add the rice noodles. Let them soak for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.

Make the Sauce

2. In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, tamarind paste, sugar, and lime juice. This will be the flavorful sauce that ties the dish together.

Cook the Chicken

3. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant. Next, add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and cook until they are no longer pink about 5-7 minutes.

Add the Eggs

4. Push the chicken to one side of the wok and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through.

Combine and Stir

5. Add the cooked rice noodles, bean sprouts, and the sauce you prepared earlier to the wok. Stir everything together, ensuring the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.

Garnish and Serve

6. Sprinkle the sliced green onions, crushed peanuts, and red pepper flakes over the Pad Thai. Give it a final toss to incorporate all the garnishes. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for that extra zing!

Tips

If you don’t want chicken, you can use tofu or lots of veggies to make it without meat.

If you don’t like fish sauce, you can use soy sauce instead, but of course, it will taste a bit different.

You can make it more or less spicy by adding more or less red pepper flakes. it’s your choice.

Food and drink Pairings

To make your Classic Chicken Pad Thai meal even more enjoyable, I tried a simple Caesar salad with it, the taste was so good But I see a lot of people try a creamy coconut curry soup that complements the zestiness of the Pad Thai.

If you’re in the mood for vegetables, You can try with stir-fried options like broccoli and bell peppers.

As for drinks, coconut water provides a refreshing and hydrating option. or a homemade lemongrass-infused water is perfect as well.

FAQ

How can I make this dish gluten-free?

To make Chicken Pad Thai without gluten, just make sure the sauces you use don’t have gluten. And use rice noodles like I did instead of the noodles made from wheat.

Can I use a different protein source?

You can choose your favorite! Instead of chicken, you can use shrimp, beef, or tofu if that’s what you like. but the classic one has Chicken.

In Conclusion

Chicken Pad Thai is loved by many because it’s full of delicious flavors, easy to make, and you can make it just the way you like it. Give this recipe a try and you will not regret it! Don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and subscribe to my blog for more tasty recipes.

Classic Chicken Pad Thai

Recipe by MamaCourse: LunchCuisine: ThaiDifficulty: Moderate

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

350

kcal

Total time

30

minutes

Classic Chicken Pad Thai is a yummy Thai dish with chicken and noodles. It's a mix of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors. You can make it at home without taking too long it took me around 30 minutes to make, and it's not too hard. It's a tasty meal that a lot of people love. and you can choose how spicy you want it.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rice noodles

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

• 2 eggs, lightly beaten

• 1 cup bean sprouts

• 2 green onions, sliced

• 1/4 cup crushed peanuts

• 2 tablespoons fish sauce

• 2 tablespoons tamarind paste

• 2 tablespoons sugar

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

• Lime wedges for garnish

Directions

• Start by boiling a large pot of water. Once boiling, remove it from heat and add the rice noodles. Let them soak for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.
• In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, tamarind paste, sugar, and lime juice. This will be the flavorful sauce that ties the dish together.
• Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant. Next, add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and cook until they are no longer pink about 5-7 minutes.
• Push the chicken to one side of the wok and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through.
• Add the cooked rice noodles, bean sprouts, and the sauce you prepared earlier to the wok. Stir everything together, ensuring the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.
• Sprinkle the sliced green onions, crushed peanuts, and red pepper flakes over the Pad Thai. Give it a final toss to incorporate all the garnishes. and Voila You're done.

Notes

• If you don't want chicken, you can use tofu or lots of veggies to make it without meat.
• If you don't like fish sauce, you can use soy sauce instead, but of course, it will taste a bit different.
• You can make it more or less spicy by adding more or less red pepper flakes.