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Kung Pao Chicken Noodles

Kung Pao Chicken Noodles: A Tasty Takeout Alternative at Home

Kung Pao Chicken Noodles are a delightful blend of tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and chewy noodles, bringing takeout flavors home in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thigh skin-on for best flavor
For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Hand Cut Noodles or substitute with rice noodles or egg noodles
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce or increase the soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 tbsp Black Vinegar or substitute with regular soy sauce and rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sugar or substitute with honey
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch for marinating and thickening
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tbsp Ginger fresh, minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 stalks Green Onion chopped, use chives if unavailable
For the Heat
  • 1 tsp Sichuan Peppercorn can be omitted
  • 2 pcs Dry Red Chili adjust based on spice preference
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Peanuts crushed
  • 1/2 cup Water to adjust sauce consistency

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pan or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by combining cut chicken thighs with soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, black vinegar, dark soy sauce, sugar, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Cook the hand-cut noodles in boiling water for 4-5 minutes until al dente, then drain and toss with oil.
  4. Brown the marinated chicken in a heated pan with oil for 8-9 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Add minced ginger, Sichuan peppercorns, dry red chili, and green onion whites to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Combine the cooked noodles and prepared sauce with the chicken in the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve the Kung Pao Chicken Noodles in bowls, garnished with crushed peanuts and green onion greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and marinate chicken well. Adjust the spice level to your preference and ensure noodles are not overcooked.

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