Ingredients

4 scallions, thinly sliced

1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish

1 cup fresh parsley

1 garlic clove, chopped

1 teaspoon peeled and minced fresh ginger

1/4 cup rice vinegar

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

12 ounces chicken cutlets

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Coarse salt and ground pepper

1 package (8.8 ounces) soba (Japanese buckwheat noodles)

Preparation

In a food processor, finely chop scallions, cilantro, parsley, garlic, and ginger with vinegar and 1 tablespoon oil. Transfer to a bowl.

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Season chicken with cayenne, salt, and pepper. Working in batches, cook, turning once, until opaque throughout, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board; let cool 5 minutes, and thinly slice.

Cook soba according to package instructions. Drain; toss with herb mixture. Serve chicken with soba; garnish with cilantro.