Kung Pao Chicken Recipe

Kung Pao Chicken is the ultimate stir fry experience. It is loaded with delicious peppers, scallions, and peanuts in a sweet and salty, slightly spicy sauce. Make this favorite takeout dish at home for a delicious experience!
Coursemain meal
CuisineAsian
Keywordhow to make kung pao chicken, kung pao chicken recipe, what is kung pao chicken, what's in kung pao chicken
Prep Time20minutes minutes
Cook Time20minutes minutes
Servings4
Calories474kcal
AuthorBeth Pierce
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
1 ½ tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
Kung Pao Sauce
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Kung Pao Stir Fry
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper diced
1 green bell pepper diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2-4 dried red chilies seeded and chopped
4 green onions cut into 3/4-inch pieces
½ cup unsalted roasted peanuts
Instructions