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Kung Pao Chicken Noodles A vibrant bowl of Kung Pao Chicken Noodles, garnished with crunchy peanuts, green beans, and dried chilies. The dish is drenched in a savory sauce, offering a perfect balance of flavors with stir-fried chicken and noodles.

Kung Pao Chicken Noodles

This Kung Pao Chicken Noodles recipe delivers bold, spicy, and savory flavors in just 30 minutes! Perfectly stir-fried chicken, noodles, and peanuts make it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 626
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken:
  • 9 oz 250 g boneless chicken breast, sliced (For a tender and juicy texture, slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces)
  • ½ teaspoon salt To season the chicken
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper For a mild heat and seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce Adds flavor and helps marinate the chicken
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch cornflour (To coat the chicken, helping to crisp it during stir-frying)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying (For sautéing the chicken)
  • Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose soy sauce For a balanced umami flavor
  • 2 teaspoon dark soy sauce For added color and a slightly deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce A savory sauce that brings richness
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce Adds spice and a touch of heat
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar For acidity and to balance the richness
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar To give a hint of sweetness to the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder For an enhanced savory taste
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch cornflour (Helps thicken the sauce)
  • ⅓ cup 80 ml water (To thin the sauce to the right consistency)
  • Noodles:
  • 7 oz 200 g noodles (Use your preferred noodles such as egg noodles or rice noodles)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying (Used for stir-frying the noodles)
  • 2 garlic cloves minced (For aromatic flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger finely chopped (Adds a fragrant, spicy kick)
  • 2 scallions white part chopped, and green part cut into 2-inch (5 cm) sticks (Adds freshness and crunch)
  • 8-10 dried red chilies see notes (Adjust according to spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns lightly crushed (For a unique numbing flavor)
  • ¼ cup 30 g roasted peanuts (For crunch and a nutty flavor)
  • Garnish:
  • Chopped peanuts For topping and extra crunch
  • Sliced scallion greens For garnish and freshness

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken with salt, pepper, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the sauce and noodles. prep
  2. Boil the noodles according to package instructions until just tender (al dente). Drain and set aside. prep
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sriracha, vinegar, brown sugar, chicken bouillon powder, cornstarch, and water. Set aside. mix
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside. fry
  5. Add an additional 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan. Toss in garlic, ginger, the white part of the scallions, and dried chilies. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add the peanuts and toast for another 2-3 minutes until golden. sauté
  6. Lower the heat to medium. Pour in the prepared sauce and simmer until it thickens slightly and starts bubbling. Add the cooked noodles and chicken. Toss well until evenly coated in sauce. mix
  7. Turn off the heat and add the green scallion sticks. Give everything one last toss. finish
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped peanuts and sliced scallion greens. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 300gCalories: 626kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 41gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 3149mgPotassium: 781mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect for a quick dinner, these Kung Pao Chicken Noodles combine bold, spicy flavors in a rich, savory sauce. Pair with steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

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