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Peanut Noodles with Chicken and Pears

Peanut Noodles with Chicken and Pears

1 pound chinese noodles
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 cup water, at room temperature
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 precooked roasted chicken, shredded (2 cups)
1 Asian or Bosc pear, peeled and thinly sliced
5 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/3 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
3 small red serrano chilies, thinly sliced (optional)

Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, then drain again. Combine the peanut butter, water, vinegar, oil, and salt to make a smooth sauce. Toss the noodles with the peanut sauce. Arrange on a platter and top with the chicken, pear, scallions, peanuts, and chilies (if using). Makes 8 servings.

posted by Kate @ 9:45 AM