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
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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.