Name: Classic Chicken Pad Thai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 10 ounces dried rice noodles; 4 tablespoons brown sugar; 4 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste; 6 tablespoons fish sauce, or to taste; 5 tablespoons tamarind paste; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 12 ounces chicken breast, thinly sliced; 1 (7 ounce) package firm tofu, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon shrimp paste; 3 eggs; 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions; 0.75 cup dry roasted peanuts; 2 cups bean sprouts; 1 lime, cut into wedges

Embark on a culinary journey to Thailand with this classic Chicken Pad Thai. Fresh rice noodles are tossed in a vibrant, homemade sauce, creating an explosion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that will transport your taste buds.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

15 mins

Soak rice noodles in a bowl of water for 15 minutes.

02

Step

5 mins

Meanwhile, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, and tamarind paste in a bowl. Whisk well and set aside.

03

Step

5 mins

Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add tofu. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes.

04

Step

5 mins

Add garlic and shrimp paste to the wok and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes, then add fish sauce mixture and drained noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

05

Step

3 mins

Push noodles to one side of the wok. Crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble until firm, about 3 minutes. Stir into the noodles. Serve with peanuts, bean sprouts, and lime wedges.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Garnish with extra peanuts, bean sprouts, and a squeeze of lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.
If you can't find tamarind paste, you can substitute with lime juice and a little brown sugar, adjusting to taste.
Use a wok for best results, but a large skillet will also work well.

Kade Wiegand

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Ocie Cremin
Jun 30, 2025
I added some shrimp along with the chicken for extra protein. Delicious!
Eliseo Funk
Jun 27, 2025
The directions were clear and easy to follow. My family loved it!
Lura Collins
Jun 23, 2025
This recipe was amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and it was surprisingly easy to make.
Reuben Mccullough
Jun 22, 2025
I've tried a few Pad Thai recipes and this one is by far the best. The perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory.

Classic Chicken Pad Thai

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