Kung Pao Chicken Recipe
Make Kung Pao Chicken Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cube the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the bell pepper and zucchini, and slice the green onions. Set aside.
- 3
Make the Sauce
In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and chicken broth until well combined.
Cooking
- 4
Stir-Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- 5
Cook the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Stir in the dried red chilies, followed by the bell pepper and zucchini. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 6
Combine Everything
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
- 7
Add Peanuts and Green Onions
Stir in the roasted peanuts and sliced green onions. Cook for another minute and then remove from heat.
Serving
- 8
Plate and Serve
Serve the Kung Pao chicken hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!
