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Kung Pao Chicken Recipe

Kung Pao Chicken Recipe

This Kung Pao Chicken recipe offers a delicious and spicy treat featuring marinated chicken stir-fried with peanuts and vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Snack
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.5 cup peanuts roasted and unsalted
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch for thickening
  • 4 dried red chilies optional, for heat

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a bowl, mix the chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Stir-fry peanuts until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, stir-fry chicken until cooked through. Add chilies and peanuts back to the pan. Mix well and serve hot.

Notes

Adjust the number of chilies based on your spice preference.