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Flavorful Filipino Pancit Noodles Recipe with Chicken and Shrimp

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A quick and easy Filipino pancit noodles recipe featuring tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and fresh vegetables, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces pancit noodles (rice sticks or bihon) or canton noodles for chewier texture
  • 1/2 pound chicken breast or thigh, sliced thinly
  • 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4–5 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup green beans or snap peas, trimmed and sliced (optional)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (patis), optional
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon calamansi or lemon juice
  • Chopped spring onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. If using dried pancit bihon noodles, soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes until pliable but not mushy. Drain and set aside. Skip this step if using fresh noodles.
  2. Slice chicken thinly against the grain. Peel and devein shrimp if not already done. Julienne carrots, shred cabbage, and slice onions and green beans.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sliced onions. Stir until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until no longer pink, about 3-4 minutes. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Avoid overcooking shrimp.
  5. Add carrots, cabbage, and green beans. Stir-fry until vegetables are just tender but still crisp, about 3 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and fish sauce if using. Bring to a gentle simmer and let flavors marry for about 2 minutes.
  7. Add drained noodles to the wok. Gently toss noodles in the sauce using tongs or chopsticks to ensure even absorption. Cook until noodles are soft but not mushy, about 3 minutes.
  8. Season with freshly ground black pepper and calamansi or lemon juice. Toss to combine. Adjust soy or fish sauce to taste if needed.
  9. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.

Notes

Do not over-soak noodles to avoid mushiness. Add shrimp last to keep them tender. Use gentle tossing motions to prevent breaking noodles. Add extra broth if noodles seem dry. For gluten-free, use tamari soy sauce and check fish sauce for gluten content or omit it. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of broth or water.

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