Kung Pao Chicken

Skip Chinese take-out and make this Kung Pao Chicken right at home! This dish is made with stir-fried chicken, fresh veggies, and roasted peanuts. It’s easy to make and it’s sure to become a family favorite!

Kung Pao chicken, also transcribed Gong Bao or Kung Po, is a spicy, stir-fried Chinese dish made with cubes of chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. 

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce, divided
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar or sherry vinegar
• 1 Tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1½ Tbsp white granulated sweetener or sugar
• 2 Tbsp cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 1 bunch green onions, white and green parts, cut into 3-inch pieces
• 1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic
• 10 dried red chili peppers
• 1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts