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Kung Pao Chicken


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  • Author: recipeslia-com
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A classic Chinese dish featuring tender chicken, spicy flavors, and crunchy peanuts for a delightful texture.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup peanuts
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add marinated chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Add bell pepper, peanuts, and hoisin sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in chili paste, if using, and then add green onions.
  6. Serve hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken longer than 15 minutes or add more vegetables like broccoli or carrots.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg