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Quick and Easy Pancit

This quick pancit recipe with chicken, vegetables, and rice noodles is easy and delicious. It will remind you of island fiestas!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 6 people
Calories 2246.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Bowl For soaking noodles
  • 1 Wok or Large Skillet Essential for stir-frying
  • 1 Spatula or Tongs For stirring and tossing
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chef's knife

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 12 ounce package dried rice noodles
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken breast meat
  • 1 small head cabbage thinly sliced
  • 4 carrot thinly sliced
  • ΒΌ cup soy sauce
  • 2 lemons - cut into wedges for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Place rice noodles in a large bowl; cover with warm water and let soften for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in chicken, cabbage, carrots, and soy sauce. Cook until cabbage begins to soften. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Toss in noodles and cook, stirring constantly, until heated through. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Transfer pancit to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

For optimal noodle texture, ensure rice noodles are al dente after soaking; they'll finish cooking in the wok, preventing mushiness. Enhance flavor with a dash of fish sauce or oyster sauce for umami, and a drizzle of sesame oil at the very end for aroma. A pinch of white pepper adds a subtle kick. Consider adding thinly sliced bell peppers or snap peas for increased visual appeal and textural variety. If using raw chicken, stir-fry it first until cooked, then remove and add back with the vegetables. The fresh squeeze of lemon is essential to brighten the dish. Garnish with chopped green onions or toasted garlic bits for an elevated presentation.