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Delightful Kung Pao Chicken in 25 Minutes

Experience the joy of making your favorite takeout dish right in your own kitchen, with a delightful spin on Kung Pao chicken. It's not just healthier but also tastes better than what you would order!
3
25 min
TOTAL TIME
435
CALORIES
$1.89
PER SERVING
Delightful Kung Pao Chicken in 25 Minutes
Directions
8 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a medium bowl, mix the chicken, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of sherry, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
2
Prepare the sauce by combining 1/2 cup water, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sherry, honey, hoisin, balsamic, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a pan over medium heat.
4
When the oil shimmers, add the remaining oil along with the chicken, cooking and tossing occasionally until crispy, about 5 minutes.
5
Add the bell peppers, fresno pepper, garlic, and ginger, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6
Pour in the sauce and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 5 minutes.
7
Stir in the sesame oil, peanuts, and green onions, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
8
Serve the Kung Pao chicken over rice, and garnish with extra green onions.
Health Info
Macros
15g
CARBS
28g
FAT
29g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
SOYBEANS
PEANUTS
WHEAT
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