Have you ever wanted to make a recipe, but getting it to taste just right was always a problem? I find when recipes have too many ingredients, this can be an issue. If you love Pad Thai, but was never brave enough to try it at home, this is the recipe for you. Not only is it super easy, it is super delicious, and a lower carb option for those of you that watch your intake. By swapping out the traditional Pad Thai noodles for the butternut squash zoodles, you save the carbs, but don’t compromise on the taste. So go ahead and try this with your favorite protein option, or use ours which is chicken. All of the info on nutrition is based on serving this beauty up with chicken.
| Ingredients serves 4 | Cost | |
| 1 | 1 lb package of chicken tenders | $4.99 |
| 2 | 1 bag Asian Stir Fry Vegetables | $2.99 |
| 3 | 1/4 C General Tso Sauce | $0.59* |
| 4 | 1 bag of Butternut Squash Spirals | $2.69 |
| 5 | 1 1/2 T Chunky No Stir Peanut Butter | $ 0.14* |
| Total | $11.40 ($2.85per serving) |
* Price reflects amount used in recipe ingredients sourced from Trader Joe’s
| Nutrition Facts Per Serving | |
| Calories | 253 |
| Carbs | 30.8g |
| Fats | 3.3g |
| Protein | 26.4g |
| Sugar | 16.3g |
| Fiber | 4.4g |
| Source: MyFitnessPal | |
*Ingredients found at Trader Joe’s
Directions
Step 1: Spray your pan with a little bit of Olive oil.
Step 2: Brown your chicken tenders then remove to a plate.
Step 3: Place your defrosted veggies, and spirals into the pan, use more olive oil spray as needed.
Step 4: Add the sauce that comes with the vegetables, as well as a 1/4 c of the general tso sauce, and stir to coat all.
Step 5: Stir in 1 1/2 T of chunky peanut butter and make sure all is coated with the sauce. Put your meat back on top to heat through.
Step 6: Enjoy!