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High Protein Chicken Pad Thai

This high protein chicken Pad Thai is a quick and flavorful 20-minute meal packed with over 50g of protein. It’s a healthier take on a takeout favorite, made with simple ingredients and bold, authentic flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 649
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 135 g chicken breast
  • 150 g Pad Thai noodles soaked
  • 2 chives chopped
  • ½ cup bean sprouts
  • 1 shallot sliced
  • ½ tsp chili flakes
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tbsp tamarind paste
  • 1 inch smoked tofu
  • ½ tbsp palm sugar
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp ground peanuts
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 –3 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • ¼ tsp baking soda

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken into strips and mix with soy sauce and baking soda. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, palm sugar, and fish sauce until combined.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and cook tofu until golden. Remove or set aside.
  4. Add shallots and cook until soft. Add chicken and cook until nearly done.
  5. Push everything aside, crack in the egg, and scramble.
  6. Mix together, then add noodles and sauce. Stir on high heat.
  7. Add water if needed and cook until noodles slightly caramelize.
  8. Toss in bean sprouts, chives, peanuts, and chili flakes. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Soaking noodles gives the best texture, but boiling works in a pinch
  • Do not skip tamarind paste. It’s key for authentic flavor
  • Avoid overcooking the noodles to prevent mushiness
  • Adjust spice level with chili flakes
 

Nutrition per ( serving )

Calories: 649
Protein: 52g
Carbs: 57g
Fat: 24g