Hunan-style Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)

宫保鸡丁 (Hunan-style Kung Pao Chicken) is a classic dish from Hunan Cuisine, known for its bold and spicy flavors. This recipe combines tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a savory sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Hunan-style Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup (75g) unsalted peanuts
  • 3-4 green onions, chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
  • 2-3 dried red chilies
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Chinese black vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
  • 1 tsp (5ml) sugar
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sugar for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  4. In the same wok, add a bit more oil if needed and stir-fry the garlic, ginger, and green onions until aromatic.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the wok, then add the peanuts, hoisin sauce, and Chinese black vinegar. Stir-fry everything together for a couple of minutes.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional chopped green onions, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Bowls for marinating Measuring spoons and cups

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the 宫保鸡丁 (Hunan-style Kung Pao Chicken) with steamed white rice for a satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, you can add more dried red chilies or a sprinkle of chili flakes.

Cost

$15