Quick and Easy Pancit

Satisfy your craving for a hearty and flavorful meal with this **Quick and Easy Pancit** recipe—an authentic Filipino noodle dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Bursting with the rich umami flavors of soy sauce and oyster sauce, this stir-fried dish features tender rice noodles (bihon) tossed with juicy chicken, succulent shrimp, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots and cabbage. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a delightful one-pan meal that’s quick to prepare yet packed with savory goodness. Garnish with lemon or calamansi for a zesty kick that enhances every bite. Whether you're seeking a traditional Filipino comfort food or a quick dinner idea, this pancit recipe is a must-try crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams rice noodles (bihon)
• 200 grams chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 150 grams shrimp, deveined and peeled
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 100 grams cabbage, shredded
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 cups chicken broth or water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 piece lemon or calamansi, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 10 minutes to soften. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the cooking oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the pan and stir-fry until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sliced chicken breast and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, mixing well to coat the chicken and shrimp.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth or water, and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the julienned carrot and shredded cabbage, cooking for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 9

Stir in the softened rice noodles, tossing gently to combine with the sauce and vegetables.

Step 10

Season with black pepper to taste and cook for another 2 minutes until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 11

Serve hot, topped with slices of lemon or calamansi for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1528.2 grams (1528.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1682

Total Fat 38.50g	49%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 454mg	151%
Sodium 5302mg	231%
Total Carbohydrate 205.00g	75%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 16.10g
Protein 118.30g	237%

Vitamin D 26IU	130%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1964mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.1%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 50.0%