Dump & Bake Pad Thai (Easy One-Pan Recipe with Rice Noodles)
An Easy Weeknight Meal
I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for more easy weeknight dinners that don’t require standing over the stove after a long day. This Dump & Bake Pad Thai is exactly the kind of recipe I love, simple prep, one dish, and all the sweet, savory, tangy flavor without ordering takeout, and perfect for warmer weather now that we are into Spring.
Everything bakes together in the oven, allowing the noodles to soak up the rich peanut-coconut sauce while the vegetables cook perfectly. It’s an easy, low-effort twist on a takeout favorite that still feels rich and satisfying.
Continue reading to learn how to make it, helpful ingredient notes, and easy ways to customize it for your needs. Trust me, you’ll want to save this recipe!
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Why You’ll Love It
- Easy weeknight dinner: Everything bakes together in one dish with minimal hands-on prep.
- Big flavor, simple method: Sweet, savory, tangy Pad Thai-inspired flavor without standing over the stove.
- Customizable: Add chicken, shrimp, tofu, or keep it simple depending on what you have on hand.
- Great for leftovers: The flavors continue to develop, making leftovers just as delicious the next day, although the noodles will be a little softer.
- Better-for-you takeout alternative: A homemade version with ingredients you can control and adjust to your needs.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories- 545
Carbs- 47.8 g
Fat- 35.2 g
Protein- 10.6 g