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Easy 33 min~330 kcal 8/10
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Kung Pao Chicken
A Sichuan stir-fry of chicken, peanuts, dried chiles, and soy, tossed fast in the wok until glossy, spicy, and lightly numbing.
Medium⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~430 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 15 min cook 10 min rest
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 45 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking15 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the marinade
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Rice vinegar
- 2 diş Garlic
For the coating
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Sesame oil
- 600 gr Chicken breast
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Peanuts
- 6 adet Dried hot peppers
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Cornstarch
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sugar
- 0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Fresh ginger
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Instructions
- 1
Dice the chicken and marinate it for 10 minutes with soy sauce and a little starch.
10 min10:00 - 2
For the sauce, mix soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water in a small bowl.
- 3
Cook the chicken in a hot wok for 6 minutes and set aside.
6 min06:00 - 4
Stir the chilies, garlic, and ginger for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add the chicken, sauce, and peanuts, then coat everything in the glossy sauce for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 6
Serve as soon as the sauce thickens, because the peanuts soften if they sit in the pan.
- 7
Keep the peanuts on top before serving, so they do not turn oily and heavy in the wok heat.
💡 Tip: Cut the chicken into small cubes; it cooks quickly over high wok heat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with rice and scallions.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
29
g protein
19
g carbs
26
g fat
Protein 27%Carbs 18%Fat 55%
GI 15 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL
1.2g
Sugar
2.2g
Fiber
690mg
Sodium
3g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
- Sesame
- Peanut
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Kung Pao Chicken make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Kung Pao Chicken take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 15 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 45 minutes in total.Is Kung Pao Chicken difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Kung Pao Chicken have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 29g, carbs: 19g, fat: 26g.Which allergens does Kung Pao Chicken contain?
This recipe contains Soy, Sesame, Peanut. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Kung Pao Chicken belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Kung Pao Chicken need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Kung Pao Chicken filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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