Pei Wei Kung Pao Chicken Recipe
Kung Pao Chicken is a classic Chinese dish that combines tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a flavorful sauce. This Pei Wei inspired recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will surely satisfy your cravings.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutesIngredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 3-4 green onions, sliced
Instructions: How to Cook Pei Wei Kung Pao Chicken
- In a bowl, marinate the chicken pieces with soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Push the chicken to one side of the wok and add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the diced bell pepper and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the center of the wok and add roasted peanuts. Stir everything together.
- Finally, add the sliced green onions and stir well to combine.
- Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed rice.
