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Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken

Enjoy the authentic flavors of Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken with fresh veggies and crunchy peanuts in an easy ginger garlic sauce!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 436 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts , diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 large egg
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Kung Pao Base
  • 1 teaspoon cooking wine , white wine works
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil , divided
  • 12 chili peppers , smaller than 3 inches; if longer, cut in half
  • 1/4 cup green onion , diced, white part only, in 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger , dried (or use a full tablespoon fresh ginger)
  • 1 teaspoon ground garlic , dried (or use a full tablespoon of fresh garlic)
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch , make it a slurry mixed with 1/2 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 ounces dry roasted peanuts
  • 1 red bell pepper , cut into 3/4 inch cubes
  • 1 large zucchini , cut into 3/4 inch cubes

Instructions

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  1. Combine the chicken, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 egg, 1/4 cup cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  2. In a small bowl add the wine, soy sauce and water and set aside.
  3. Heat wok/skillet on high heat 60 seconds, you want that pan to be nice and hot!
  4. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade and add to wok, cooking on high heat for 60 seconds.
  6. Remove the chicken from the pan, add another 1/2 tablespoon of oil and the red bell pepper and zucchini.
  7. Cook on high and cook for 1-2 minutes, until just caramelized and slightly cooked.
  8. Remove vegetables and add the chili peppers.
  9. Stir until they darken a bit, then add the green onions, peanuts, ginger, garlic, crushed red pepper, and sesame oil.
  10. Stir throughouly and immediately add the wine/soy/water mixture.
  11. Bring it to a boil, then add the cornstarch and water mix and stir until it has thickened.
  12. Add the chicken and vegetables back in, stir to combine.

Nutrition Information

Calories 436kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 93mg (31%) Sodium 1173mg (49%) Potassium 791mg (23%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1700IU (34%) Vitamin C 49.7mg (55%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 436

% Daily Value*

Calories 436kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 93mg 31%
Sodium 1173mg 49%
Potassium 791mg 17%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1700IU 34%
Vitamin C 49.7mg 55%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 1.8mg 10%

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