Thai Chicken Broccoli Salad

I made this last night for dinner and was really worried my DH wouldn't like it. Ever since he quit smoking two years ago his tastes have changed QUITE a bit. We don't like super spicy things, so this just barely had a zing. You could certainly add more red pepper flakes if you wanted to make it MUCH spicer.

We he came home and took a bite, he said "It tastes like it has peanut butter in it". I said "Yes, dear, Thai food uses peanut sauces" and he wrinkled his nose. He did go back for 2nds which is kind of unusual for him, but he'd only give it a 5. Although this is from a man that gives Hamburger Helper a 10. So take that for what it's worth. I definately gave it a 8 or 9. It was DELICIOUS!!!

4 ounces dreamfields Pasta ( this is the low-carb pasta we use - I do NOT gain weight eating small amounts of it)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
11 ounces Chicken Breast
3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
2 cups broccoli florets
6 each green onions
1/4 cup peanut butter, natural
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

1. Cook pasta according to the directions, making sure it's al dente. Omit Salt. Drain

2. Add coconut oil to pan and heat over med-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering add the chicken. Stir fry the chicken for 5 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Add broccoli and 2 tabl of water to the pan. Cover the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Uncover and add the bell pepper and the green onions and stir fry for 2 minutes longer. Everything will be tender crisp. Add the chicken to the bowl of pasta and put the vegetables on top.

4. Meanwhile, combine the peanut butter, 2 tabl of VERY hot water, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes and garlic powder in a small bowl. If it doesn't get creamy then microwave it for 30 seconds. Stir til creamy. Drizzle over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Serves 4

One serving:

Calories: 365
Fat: 17
S. Fat: 5
Carbs: 12
Fiber: 3
Protein: 24