Enjoy the blend of Italian and Thai cuisines with this mouthwatering Pasta with Thai Style Chicken recipe. Tender chicken pieces cooked in a vibrant Thai-inspired sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta, is a delightful combination that will excite your taste buds. This recipe is easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Impress your family and friends with this unique fusion dish that brings together the best of both worlds.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for an additional minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Thai sweet chili sauce, fish sauce, and lime juice.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine.
- Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips and add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
- Drain the cooked linguine pasta and add it to the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and chopped peanuts.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Thai cuisine is known for its bold and complex flavors that combine sweet, salty, spicy, and sour elements.
The use of fresh herbs and spices, such as ginger and cilantro, is a characteristic of Thai cooking.
Pasta is not traditionally part of Thai cuisine, but this fusion recipe adds a twist to the classic Italian dish.
Thai sweet chili sauce adds a touch of heat and sweetness to the dish, balancing the flavors perfectly.
Peanuts are commonly used in Thai cuisine and provide a crunchy texture to the pasta.