Chicken & Shrimp Pancit

15m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
55m
Ready In


"This pancit uses two different types of pancit noodles, giving great texture. I used to work in an office with many Filipino women who were amazing cooks - and this is the pancit that Cristy would always bring, at everyone's request! In addition to the chicken and shrimp, she would sometimes also add about 1 lb. pork, chopped into small pieces and sauteed in oil."

Original is 7 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (616.1 g)
  • Calories 717.9
  • Total Fat - 32.3 g
  • Saturated Fat - 7.4 g
  • Cholesterol - 270.2 mg
  • Sodium - 1901.4 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 63.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 4.6 g
  • Sugars - 4.5 g
  • Protein - 42.2 g
  • Calcium - 128.8 mg
  • Iron - 4.6 mg
  • Vitamin C - 5.1 mg
  • Thiamin - 1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Pour 6 cups of water in a cooking pot. Let boil. Add the chicken and boil for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the boiled chicken from the cooking pot and let cool slightly. Shred the meat and set aside. Note: do not discard the broth.

Step 3

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, soak the sotanghon and bihon noodles in water for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet and add 2 tablespoons canola oil. When the oil is hot, stir-fry the cabbage and carrots for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of canola oil, saute the onion, celery, and garlic for 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the black pepper and shredded chicken. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 7

Pour-in soy sauce and 1 cup of chicken stock. Stir and bring to a boil. Add the shrimp and simmer for 3 minutes more.

Step 8

Drain the noodles, then add them to the skillet. Toss the noodles until all the ingredients are well blended. If the noodles are somewhat dry, add some of the chicken broth and continue to toss until the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Add the stir-fried cabbage and carrots. Add the chopped parsley. Toss.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving plate. Serve with lemon or calamansi.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • Be sure to use bone-in chicken thighs for the most flavor. Boneless chicken will not provide the same flavor.
  • If desired, you can add 1 lb. of pork, chopped into small pieces and sautéed in oil for an even heartier dish.

  • Instead of bone-in chicken thighs, use boneless chicken breasts. This substitution will reduce the cooking time of the dish and make it easier to shred the chicken.
  • Instead of sotanghon noodles, use vermicelli noodles. This substitution will add a different texture to the dish and make it lighter.

Vegetarian Pancit Replace the chicken and shrimp with 1 1/2 cups of diced firm tofu and 1 1/2 cups of diced mushrooms. Saute the tofu and mushrooms with the onion, celery, and garlic for 3 minutes. Add the black pepper and 1 cup of vegetable stock. Simmer for 3 minutes more. Proceed with the recipe as directed.



Filipino Coconut Rice: This fragrant and flavorful coconut rice is the perfect accompaniment to Chicken & Shrimp Pancit. It has a subtle sweetness that complements the savory notes of the pancit, making it a delicious and balanced dish.


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FAQ

Q: How long should I boil the chicken?

A: Boil the chicken for 30 minutes to ensure that it is cooked through.



Q: What temperature should I cook the chicken?

A: Cook the chicken at 350°F for approximately 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

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Fun facts:

The Filipino dish pancit has become a favorite of many celebrities, including Bruno Mars, who has said that he loves it and orders it whenever he's in the Philippines.

Pancit has been around since the 1600s, when it was first introduced to the Philippines by the Chinese. It was originally made with a variety of ingredients, including mung beans, pork, and shrimp.