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Spicy Kung Pao Chicken Noodles Recipe

Spicy Kung Pao Chicken Noodles Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Spicy Kung Pao Chicken Noodles recipe combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and peanuts in a flavorful sauce, served over noodles for a delicious and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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Noodles:

  • 8 oz noodles (lo mein, spaghetti, or rice noodles)

Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Vegetables:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 3 green onions, sliced

Additional:

  • 1/3 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
  • For the sauce:

    • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
    • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles: Prepare the noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken with cornstarch and soy sauce. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the sauce: Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, cook the chicken until browned, then set aside.
  5. Stir-fry vegetables: In the same pan, stir-fry bell pepper and zucchini until tender-crisp. Add garlic and ginger.
  6. Combine everything: Return chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and cook until thickened. Add cooked noodles, green onions, and peanuts.
  7. Serve: Top with extra green onions or chili flakes if desired.

Notes

  • Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a variation.
  • Adjust heat with more or less chili garlic sauce.
  • Great for meal prep and reheats well.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg