Kung Pao Chicken
Skip Chinese take-out and make this Kung Pao Chicken right at home! This dish is made with stir-fried chicken, fresh veggies, and roasted peanuts. It’s easy to make and it’s sure to become a family favorite!
PREP TIME10 minutes
COOK TIME20 minutes
TOTAL TIME30 minutes
Ingredients
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce, divided
1/3 cup rice vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 Tbsp hoisin sauce
1½ Tbsp white granulated sweetener or sugar
2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1 bunch green onions, white and green parts, cut into 3-inch pieces
1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
2 Tbsp minced garlic
10 dried red chili peppers
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup of the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and sweetener, set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining ¼ cup of soy sauce and cornstarch, until smooth. Add the chicken and toss to coat.
In a large deep skillet heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over medium to high heat; cook the chicken until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Turn the chicken pieces over and repeat on the other side. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
Add bell peppers and cook until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
Then add the green onions, ginger, garlic, and dried chili peppers, cook for another 2 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet and add the rice vinegar and soy sauce, stir to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in dry peanuts.Serve over rice, if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 7 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Makes 5 ( 1 cup) servings
4 W/W Points® per serving
Notes
Smart.points: GREEN: 5 Smart.points per serving BLUE/PURPLE: 4 smart/points per serving
Nutrition Information:
YIELD:
5
Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 318TOTAL FAT: 14gSATURATED FAT: 3gCHOLESTEROL: 132mgSODIUM: 785mgCARBOHYDRATES: 14gNET CARBOHYDRATES: 11gFIBER: 3gSUGAR: 5gPROTEIN: 46g
Title: Homemade Kung Pao Chicken – A Culinary Delight You Can Master at Home
Introduction:
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of our homemade Kung Pao Chicken, a culinary masterpiece that surpasses your typical Chinese take-out. This delightful dish combines perfectly stir-fried chicken, crisp vegetables, and roasted peanuts, offering an exquisite taste that is both easy to prepare and destined to become a cherished family favorite.
Recipe Details:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce, divided
1/3 cup rice vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 Tbsp hoisin sauce
1½ Tbsp white granulated sweetener or sugar
2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1 bunch green onions, white and green parts, cut into 3-inch pieces
1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
2 Tbsp minced garlic
10 dried red chili peppers
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
Instructions:
In a small bowl, blend ¼ cup of soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and sweetener. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining ¼ cup of soy sauce and cornstarch until smooth. Add the chicken, ensuring an even coating.
Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until lightly browned on both sides (approximately 5 minutes per side). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Stir in bell peppers and cook until they begin to soften (about 2 minutes).
Add green onions, ginger, garlic, and dried chili peppers; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet, pour in the rice vinegar and soy sauce mixture, and stir to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until thickened (approximately 2-3 minutes). Stir in dry peanuts.
Serve over rice if desired.
Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for an extended shelf life of up to 2 months.
Nutritional Information:
Yield: 5 (1 cup) servings
Calories: 318
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 132mg
Sodium: 785mg
Carbohydrates: 14g
Net Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 5g
Protein: 46g
Weight Watchers SmartPoints®:
Green: 5 SmartPoints per serving
Blue/Purple: 4 SmartPoints per serving
A Culinary Journey:
Embark on a culinary journey with our Kung Pao Chicken recipe, meticulously crafted to elevate your home-cooking experience. The perfect blend of textures and flavors ensures a dining experience that is both satisfying and memorable. Impress your loved ones with this delectable dish, and let the aromas of this homemade masterpiece fill your kitchen.
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