Kung Pao Chicken

35 mins
4 servings

Description

A spicy Sichuan dish made with marinated chicken, peanuts, and vegetables

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 small red bell pepper
  • 0.25 cup scallions

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same wok, heat another tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns. Cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the onion and red bell pepper to the wok. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
  5. Step 5: Add the peanuts and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Add the chicken back into the wok, along with the scallions, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry everything together for 1-2 minutes, until the chicken is coated in the sauce.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately

Nutrition Information

Per serving

346

Calories

37.86g

Protein

15.49g

Fat

12.22g

Carbs

Recipe Details

Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:35 mins

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