Description
Kung Pao Chicken is a tantalizing blend of succulent chicken, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy roasted peanuts, all brought together by a sweet, spicy sauce. This beloved Chinese dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. With its explosive flavors and delightful textures, Kung Pao Chicken promises to impress and satisfy every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mix of red and green), sliced
- ½ cup roasted peanuts (unsalted)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1–2 tbsp Sriracha or chili paste (to taste)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger. Slice bell peppers.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, Sriracha or chili paste, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add seasoned chicken pieces and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Toss in minced garlic and ginger along with sliced bell peppers. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture in the skillet. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens slightly (about 2-3 minutes). Add roasted peanuts.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg