Sesame Ginger Chicken Soba Box

Name: Sesame Ginger Chicken Soba Box
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs; 8 oz soba noodles; 6 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free); 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 2 tsp honey; 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted; 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or canola); 1/2 tsp salt

Tender soy-marinated chicken thighs sliced over chilled soba noodles with a bold sesame-ginger dressing, cucumber, and scallions. A satisfying high-protein lunch that packs well for on-the-go eating.

40 minEasyServes 4520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
8 oz soba noodles
6 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp honey
2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1

In a small bowl, whisk together 6 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free), 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tsp honey, 2 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves to make the dressing. Set aside.
2

Pat 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs dry and season lightly with 1/2 tsp salt. Pour half the dressing over the chicken and toss to coat; let it sit while you cook the noodles.
3

Cook 8 oz soba noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water until fully cooled, and transfer to a bowl. Toss the cooled soba with a few tablespoons of the remaining dressing.
4

Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or canola) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let rest 3 minutes, then slice thinly.
5

Divide the dressed soba among four boxes or bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, 1 thinly sliced English cucumber, and 4 thinly sliced scallions.
6

Drizzle remaining dressing over the top and garnish with 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Questions

Can I make Sesame Ginger Chicken Soba Box gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 8 oz soba noodles. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Sesame Ginger Chicken Soba Box keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Sesame Ginger Chicken Soba Box?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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