Honey-Jalapeno Chicken with Sesame Soba Noodles

Honey-Jalapeno Chicken with Sesame Soba Noodles

12 ounces soba noodles

1 jalapeno, seeds removed

1/3 C. honey

1/4 C. chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. ground black pepper

2 to 3 T. water

2 tsp. olive oil

1/2 rotisserie chicken, shredded or sliced

3 T. soy sauce

2 tsp. sesame oil

1/4 C. chopped scallions, green part only

2 T. pickled ginger, minced

 

Cook soba noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside (or refrigerate until later in the week). In a blender or food processor, combine jalapenos, honey, cilantro, and 1/2 tsp. each salt and black pepper and puree until smooth. Add 2 to 3 T. of water to the mixture until desired consistency is achieved. Pour the 2 tsp. of olive oil into a preheated skillet. Add the shredded chicken and the blended sauce and cook until heated through. In a medium bowl, combine cooked soba noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, scallions, and pickled ginger. Toss and then transfer to serving bowl. Pour heated chicken and sauce over noodles.

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