These 4-Ingredient Noodles Are My Favorite Easy Dinner
Prep
5 mins
Cook
10 mins
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
You know how some nights you just need dinner on the table fast without any fuss? These noodles are exactly what I reach for when I'm exhausted but still want something delicious. The whole thing comes together in just fifteen minutes, and you probably already have most of these ingredients in your pantry. Peanut butter is packed with protein and healthy fats that keep you satisfied, making this feel way more substantial than a simple noodle dish. Best of all, it costs almost nothing to make and requires barely any cleanup. Trust me, once you try this, it'll become your go to weeknight savior too.
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Ingredients
- 2 teaspoonsneutral oil(such as avocado oil)
- 11/2 pound(8 ounces) ground chicken)
- 11(3 to 4-ounce) package instant ramen noodles, chicken flavor)
- 3 tablespoonscreamy peanut butter
- 1juice of 1/2 lime
- 11 green onion(thinly sliced, optional)
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Instructions
- 1
In a nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the ground chicken and use a wooden spoon to break it up. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and starting to brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- 2
While the chicken cooks, in a medium saucepan, boil the ramen noodles according to the package directions, reserving the flavor packet. Before draining the noodles, reserve 1 cup of the cooking water.
- 3
Add the ramen flavor packet, peanut butter, and 3/4 cup of the cooking water to the chicken. Stir until creamy, adding more water if needed. Add the noodles and toss until they’re coated with the sauce. Stir in the lime juice.
- 4
Divide the noodles between 2 bowls and top with the green onions, if using. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30-second bursts until heated through. Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!
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