I like to serve this microwaved meal with egg rolls and fortune cookies for a fun, Asian-themed "easy cooking night."

Ingredients

• 1 package (3 ounces) chicken ramen noodles
• 1-1/2 cups frozen california-blend vegetables, thawed
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Set aside seasoning packet from the noodles. In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the noodles, frozen vegetables, celery, peas and water. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until noodles and vegetables are tender, stirring once.
2. Place chicken in another microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Stir chicken into noodle mixture.
3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oil, contents of seasoning packet, sugar and pepper flakes. Pour over chicken mixture. Microwave, uncovered, on high 45 seconds longer or until heated through.