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Ginger Chicken with Rice Noodles

Thin rice noodles are made from finely ground rice and water. You'll find them in Asian markets or larger supermarkets. In a pinch, you can substitute dried vermicelli or capellini.
SERVINGS: 2 servings
CARB GRAMS PER SERVING: 32
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Ginger Chicken with Rice Noodles
 

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

  • Servings: 2 servings
  • Calories396
  • Total Fat (g)13
  • Saturated Fat (g)2
  • Cholesterol (mg)82
  • Sodium (mg)369
  • Carbohydrate (g)32
  • Fiber (g)3
  • Protein (g)37
  • Vitamin A (DV%)0
  • Vitamin C (DV%)0
  • Calcium (DV%)0
  • Iron (DV%)0
  • Diabetic Exchanges

  • Starch (d.e.)2
  • Vegetables (d.e.).5
  • Very Lean Meat (d.e.)4.5
  • Fat (d.e.)1.5
2 tablespoonsvery finely chopped green onion
1-1/2 teaspoonsgrated fresh ginger
3 clovesgarlic, minced
1 teaspoonolive oil
1/8 teaspoonsalt
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 10 ounces total)
2 ouncesdried rice noodles
1/2 cupchopped carrot
1/2 teaspoonfinely shredded lime peel
1 tablespoonlime juice
2 teaspoonsolive oil
2 tablespoonscoarsely chopped peanuts
1 to 2 tablespoonssnipped fresh cilantro

1. For rub, in a small bowl, combine green onion, ginger, garlic, the 1 teaspoon oil, and the salt. Sprinkle evenly over chicken; rub in with your fingers.

2. Place chicken on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals. Grill for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender and no longer pink (170 degree F), turning once. Thinly slice chicken diagonally; set aside.

3. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook rice noodles and carrot in a large amount of boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes or just until noodles are tender; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Use kitchen scissors to snip noodles into short lengths. In a medium bowl, stir together lime peel, lime juice, and the 2 teaspoons oil. Add noodle mixture and cilantro; toss gently to coat.

4. Divide noodle mixture between two individual bowls; arrange chicken slices on noodle mixture. Sprinkle with peanuts. Serve immediately. Makes 2 servings.

Make-Ahead Directions: Rub chicken as directed in Step 1. Cover and chill for up to 24 hours. Prepare as directed in Steps 2 through 5.


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