Healthier Kung Pao Chicken
Amazing flavor and a heart-healthy meal!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time6 minutes mins
Total Time21 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: kung pao chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 273kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke--iambaker.net
- 10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized portions
- 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar or non-aged balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chicken stock, or fat free vegetable stock
- ½ yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch dice
- ½ red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch dice
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 teaspoons cooking oil
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup chopped unsalted roasted peanuts
In a bowl, combine chicken with 1 teaspoon of soy sauce and cornstarch. Marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat wok or large saute pan over high heat. When hot, swirl in the oil and add the chicken.
Spread the chicken out over all the surface of the pan. Sear on both sides until lightly brown, but not cooked all the way through, about 4 minutes.
Add garlic and bell peppers. Stir until fragrant. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of the soy sauce, the stock, and the vinegar. Bring to a simmer and turn heat to medium-low. Cook for 2 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
Top with chopped peanuts and serve. (I served mine over fried rice.)
*Jaden's original recipe calls for dried red chilies and no yellow pepper.
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 273kcal