Pad Thai With Chicken & Tofu Recipe
This Pad Thai With Chicken & Tofu delivers 43g protein and 846 calories per serving, combining two protein sources for a complete meal-prep option. Batch-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in under 30 minutes, making it efficient for hitting high protein intake on days when you need substantial calories alongside training volume.
Ingredients
- •Rice Noodles, Dry(198g)
- •Tamarind Paste, Prepared(30g)
- •Brown sugar(45g)
- •Fish sauce(53g)
- •Oyster sauce(38g)
- •Vegetable oil(75g)
- •Garlic
- •Yellow Onion
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(198g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Egg, Whole, Large(150g)
- •Bean Sprouts(600g)
- •Tofu, Firm(240g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)(120g)
- •Peanuts, Dry Roasted(120g)
- •Lime
- •Chili powder
- •Bean Sprouts
Instructions
- 1Place noodles in a bowl, cover with boiling water. Soak 5 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water. (don’t leave them sitting for more than 5 minutes)
- 2Mix tamarind puree, brown sugar, fish sauce, and oyster sauce in a bowl.
- 3Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add garlic and onion, cook 30 seconds.
- 4Add chicken, cook 2 minutes until mostly cooked through.
- 5Push chicken to one side, pour eggs on the other. Scramble, then mix with chicken.
- 6Add bean sprouts, tofu, noodles, and sauce. Toss gently for 1–2 minutes until sauce is absorbed.
- 7Add green onions and half the peanuts. Toss quickly, then remove from heat.
- 8Serve topped with remaining peanuts, lime wedges, and extra bean sprouts. Sprinkle with chilli if desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
846
calories
43g
protein
44g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 76g
- Saturated fat
- 7.5g
- Sodium
- 1495 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 8.6g
4 servings per batch · ~467g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Pad Thai With Chicken & Tofu have?
Each serving provides 43g of protein, 846 calories, 44g fat, and 76g carbs. The dual protein sources (chicken and tofu) create a complete amino acid profile while keeping fat elevated at 44g per serving.
How long does Pad Thai With Chicken & Tofu take to prep?
This is a quick prep recipe that makes 4 servings on the stovetop, typically taking 15-20 minutes total from ingredients to finished meals. You'll have four lunches or dinners batch-prepped in a single cooking session.
Is Pad Thai With Chicken & Tofu good for muscle gain?
With 43g protein and 846 calories per serving, this recipe leans toward muscle gain phases where you're in a caloric surplus and need sustained energy. The 76g carbs and 44g fat support both training intensity and hormonal health during a bulk.
