Description
Kung Pao Chicken (Gong Bao Ji Ding) is a iconic Sichuan stir-fry featuring tender diced chicken, crunchy roasted peanuts, and green onions cooked with fragrant Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chilies. Glossed in a savory, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce, it offers a delightful spicy punch.
A Taste of History
Named after Ding Baozhen, a Qing Dynasty official and governor of Sichuan province who loved spicy diced chicken.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Ingredients & Nutrition
440 kcal
Calories
34 g
Protein
24 g
Fat
18 g
Carbs
3 g
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
760 mg
Sodium
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