Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (CPK Copycat)

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4 Servings

  • Calories

    1160 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (CPK Copycat)

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti is deliciously spicy and sweet, a fan favorite and all-time best seller from California Pizza Kitchen. Try today!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup sherry
  • 3 tablespoons chili paste with garlic
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 lb Spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , cut in 3/4-inch cubes
  • 10 -15 whole Chinese dried red chili peppers , don’t eat these, they are for color and heat
  • 1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup minced garlic 
  • 3 cups scallions , greens and whites, coarsely-chopped
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Instructions

Kung Pao Sauce

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the chicken stock and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  2. Stir in the soy sauce, sherry, chili paste, sugar, red wine vinegar and sesame oil and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 20 minutes).

Slurry

  1. In a mixing bowl, use a whisk to stir together the 2 egg whites, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until blended but not frothy.

To Finish

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil. Add the pasta and cook a minute shy of al dente.
  2. In a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat, heat the 1/4 cup olive oil for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the chicken to the slurry and mix.
  4. Add the chicken and egg white mixture to the pan in one large pancake shape as carefully as you can.
  5. Cook until the egg mixture sets.
  6. Using a large spatula, carefully flip it over then with a wooden spoon, gently separate the pieces.
  7. As soon as they darken in color (about a minute) stir in the garlic and scallions.
  8. Let the garlic and scallions cook for about 30 seconds (do not brown the garlic, it will get bitter) add the Kung Pao Sauce and toss and stir to coat the ingredients.
  9. Add in the cooked and drained pasta and combine with the sauce.
  10. If you pan isn’t big enough, combine them in a big bowl.
  11. Add in the Chinese peppers and roasted peanuts into the bowl.
  12. Top with extra chopped scallions.

Notes

  • Note: I add the peppers in the bowl before tossing because the company we had over were sensitive to spice. This kept it at a true mild heat. I took my serving and crushed a couple of the peppers to kick up the heat on my dish. If you are making it for a group of people who like spice, then add the peppers in with the green onions and garlic.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 1160kcal (58%) Carbohydrates 129g (43%) Protein 57g (114%) Fat 44g (68%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 3243mg (135%) Potassium 1405mg (40%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 805IU (16%) Vitamin C 20mg (22%) Calcium 131mg (13%) Iron 5.4mg (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1160 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 1160kcal 58%
Carbohydrates 129g 43%
Protein 57g 114%
Fat 44g 68%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 3243mg 135%
Potassium 1405mg 30%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 22g 44%
Vitamin A 805IU 16%
Vitamin C 20mg 22%
Calcium 131mg 13%
Iron 5.4mg 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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