Kung Pao Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken is a classic Chinese dish that features tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a flavorful, slightly spicy sauce. This recipe is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will surely satisfy your cravings for Chinese takeout.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the peanuts, green onions, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the Kung Pao Chicken hot over steamed rice.
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
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large skillet Cutting board Knife Small bowl Measuring spoons Grater
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For an extra kick of heat, add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil before serving.
Cost
$12