Chicken Pad Thai Noodles (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Sauce

01 - 1/4 cup fish sauce or soy sauce for a milder option
02 - 3 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
03 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon tamarind paste or extra lime juice
05 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter, optional for a richer taste
06 - 1 teaspoon chili sauce, Sriracha or red pepper flakes, optional

→ For the Pad Thai

07 - 8 ounces rice noodles
08 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
09 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
10 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 2 eggs, lightly beaten
12 - 1 cup bean sprouts
13 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
14 - 3 green onions, sliced
15 - 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
16 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
17 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Instructions:

01 - Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, tamarind paste, peanut butter, and chili sauce. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
04 - In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Push garlic to the side and pour in beaten eggs, scrambling until just cooked.
05 - Add cooked noodles, chicken, and sauce to the pan, tossing to coat. Stir in bean sprouts, carrots, and green onions. Cook for 2 minutes.
06 - Remove from heat and garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free soy sauce instead of fish sauce.
02 - Make It Spicier: Add extra Sriracha or red pepper flakes.
03 - Vegetarian Version: Swap chicken for tofu or extra veggies.
04 - Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.