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Cozy Kung Pao Chicken


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option

Description

A comforting stir-fry dish filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a flavorful mix of savory, sweet, and spicy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup peanuts (omit if allergic)
  • 1–2 dried chilis (adjust to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, stir-frying until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Toss in the bell pepper, scallions, dried chilis, and peanuts, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the veggies are tender-crisp.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixture, then pour it over the stir-fried vegetables.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Best served fresh, but can be prepped in advance. For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg