Cheats Chicken Laksa
A quick and flavorful cheats version of the classic Malaysian chicken laksa, combining tender chicken, fragrant spices, and creamy coconut milk for an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Malaysian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp laksa paste
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 500 ml chicken stock
- 200g cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 150g rice noodles
- 100g bean sprouts
- 2 boiled eggs, halved
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add the laksa paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock, bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken and cook for 5 minutes to warm through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions and drain.
- Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls. Ladle the hot laksa soup and chicken over the noodles.
- Top each bowl with bean sprouts, boiled egg halves, and fresh cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For extra heat, add a dash of chili sauce or fresh sliced chilies. You can also substitute the chicken with tofu for a vegetarian twist.
Find it online: https://carmenwausa.com/cheats-chicken-laksa/