Classic Sesame Noodles with Chicken

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Sesame noodles become a satisfying meal with lean chicken and tons of veggies in this quick, healthy noodle recipe. Be sure to rinse the spaghetti until it's cold, then give it a good shake in the colander until it's well drained. Are you a spiralizing pro? Swap 5 cups of raw zucchini, carrot or other veggie "noodles" for the cooked pasta.

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Updated on April 18, 2024

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EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low-Sodium High-Fiber Heart-Healthy High-Protein Egg-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
3 tablespoons toasted (dark) sesame oil
2 scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
8 ounces cooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, shredded
1 cup julienned carrots
1 cup sliced snap peas
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Cook spaghetti in a pot of boiling water according to package directions. Drain, rinse and transfer to a large bowl.
Combine sesame oil, scallions, garlic, ginger and brown sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until starting to sizzle. Cook for 15 seconds. Remove from heat and stir in soy sauce and ketchup. Add to the noodles along with chicken, carrots, snap peas and sesame seeds; gently toss to combine.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Refrigerate sauce and noodle mixture separately for up to 1 day; toss together before serving.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

460	Calories
17g	Fat
53g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 3/4 cups
Calories 460
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 53g	19%
Dietary Fiber 9g	32%
Total Sugars 7g
Added Sugars 2g	4%
Protein 29g	57%
Total Fat 17g	21%
Saturated Fat 3g	14%
Cholesterol 48mg	16%
Vitamin A 3610IU	72%
Vitamin C 16mg	18%
Folate 59mcg	15%
Sodium 407mg	18%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 5mg	25%
Magnesium 135mg	32%
Potassium 478mg	10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Classic Sesame Noodles with Chicken

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