Description
This Filipino Pancit recipe is a delicious stir-fried noodle dish with chicken, vegetables, and a savory umami-rich sauce. Perfect for gatherings, quick dinners, or potlucks, this traditional Filipino dish is easy to make and customizable with different proteins. Packed with vibrant vegetables and a balance of flavors, it’s a healthy and flavorful meal that will transport you to the Philippines!
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thin
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 1 small cabbage, shredded
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add carrots, cabbage, bell pepper, and snow peas. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked rice noodles and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- To add a spicy kick, include chili flakes or hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and add mushrooms or extra vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Filipino
