Thai Roast Chicken with Sesame Noodles and Pak Choi

Thai-style roast chicken served with toasted sesame egg noodles and garlic-infused pak choi simmered in savory chicken stock.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1122.1 kcals 4488.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 47.6 grams 190.4 grams
Fat 63.6 grams 254.2 grams
Protein 87.2 grams 348.6 grams
Cook Time
85 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
pinch
CondimentsSauces
2
tsp
Dairy
Fruits
2
piece
Lime
zest and juice only
2
piece
Lime
sliced
GrainsCereals
350
g
Liquids
Meat
1.5
kg
Chicken
whole, preferably free-range
NutsSeeds
1
handful
Coriander
fresh
1
tbsp
Sesame Seeds
toasted
2
cloves
Garlic
crushed
4
sprigs
Coriander
to garnish
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Vegetables
2
piece
Red Chillies
halved, seeds removed
2
piece
4
heads
Pak Choi
halved, cores removed

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 190°C.
  • Blend chillies, creamed coconut, lime zest, lime juice, and coriander into a smooth paste.
  • Spread some paste under the breast skin and rub the rest into scored thighs.
  • Place chicken on sliced limes in a tray, cover with foil, and roast for 40 minutes.
  • Remove foil, baste, and roast for 30–40 minutes more until cooked through.
  • Rest the chicken in a warm place for five minutes before carving.
  • Boil the egg noodles according to instructions and drain well.
  • Toss noodles with sesame seeds, sesame oil, and spring onions.
  • Fry garlic and sugar in oil for one minute until caramelised.
  • Add pak choi, stock, and fish sauce, then simmer covered for 3–4 minutes.
  • Serve chicken over noodles and pak choi, drizzled with tray juices and garnished with coriander.