Kung Pao Chicken

A classic Chinese stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken pieces tossed with crunchy peanuts, vibrant bell peppers, and a spicy, savory sauce. Perfectly balanced with sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.

Main Dish Chinese
Medium 25 min 450 cal
Steps

1. Marinate the diced chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch for 10 minutes. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. 3. Add garlic, ginger, and sliced chili; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. 4. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. 5. Add bell peppers and stir-fry for another 2 minutes. 6. Mix hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar in a small bowl; pour into the pan. 7. Stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly. 8. Add roasted peanuts and green onions; cook for an additional minute. 9. Remove from heat and serve hot, ideally with steamed rice.

Ingredients

150g boneless chicken breast, diced 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 small red chili, sliced 1/4 cup roasted peanuts 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper 1 tsp ginger, minced 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tsp rice vinegar 1 tsp sugar 1 green onion, chopped

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