Filipino Pancit Bihon

This version comes from a friend from the Philippines. I sometimes don't use the shrimp if I don't have it. Every cook has their own version of this dish. So let your taste be your guide.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1  boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
• 1⁄2 lb  cooked shrimp (optional)
• 1  lb  rice noodles, soak in water for 10 minutes (bihon or pancit)
• 2  cups chicken broth
• 4  garlic cloves, minced
• 3  shallots, minced
• 1⁄2 medium napa cabbage, sliced fine
• 1 1⁄2 carrots, Matchstick (I buy already cut, small package)
• 1  cup green beans, cut diagonally Like French cut green beans
• 1⁄4 cup  vegetable oil
• 4  tablespoons soy sauce
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet. Sauté garlic and shallots until soft.
2. Add the chicken breast, salt, pepper & soy sauce. Sauté for a few minutes to lightly brown chicken.
3. Add carrots, green beans & shrimp if using. Cover and cook for a few minutes then add Napa cabbage and chicken broth until it comes to a boil.
4. Once the vegetables are all done, Add the bihon noodles mixing well to distribute the flavors.
5. Cook for about 5 more minutes or until the noodles are soft. Taste and adjust seasonings to desired taste.