Phayao's Hidden Gem: Stewed Chicken Noodles Recipe
A beloved Phayao noodle shop specializes in stewed chicken made from over 30 kilograms of fresh meat daily, simmered for hours in a proprietary broth that balances aromatic flavors without harsh aftertaste. Owner Je Pong-Patita credits the
Today, Pannawich Youdee, a Fresh News reporter from Phayao province, visits the "Sai Nai Stewed Chicken Noodle" shop, which has become increasingly popular among both local residents and tourists.
The specialty is their signature stewed chicken noodle dish made with a unique broth formula that avoids the standard dark soy sauce used in typical shops. Instead, it emphasizes aromatic, harmonious flavors that are smooth and easy to drink with no harsh aftertaste.
Owner Je Pong-Patita Nannakkunij explains that the shop carefully selects fresh chicken every single day—including thighs, drumsticks, feet, wings, and breast meat, totaling over 30 kilograms daily. These are then stewed for several hours with herbs and a proprietary seasoning blend until the meat becomes exceptionally tender with deep, infused flavors.
The combination of tender chicken and the distinctly flavored broth sets this shop apart from competitors, as it uses a special house recipe that achieves perfect balance without requiring any additional seasoning. This has made customers enthusiastic fans, with many saying that one taste tells them they'll definitely be back. It has become another celebrated destination for stewed chicken noodle lovers in Phayao.
The shop offers various noodle options including yellow egg noodles, white noodles, thin noodles, thick noodles, and rice vermicelli for those who prefer it over regular noodles.
Prices start at just 50 baht for regular portions, 60 baht for special, 70 baht for jumbo, 80 baht for super jumbo, and 60 baht for rice vermicelli—all highly affordable given the quality and quantity provided.
The shop is located on Mae Tam Phumin Road (Sai Nai), Mae Tam Subdistrict, Muang District, Phayao Province.
