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Chinese Kung Pao Chicken with Roasted Broccoli

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 5 · medium

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Chinese Kung Pao Chicken with Roasted Broccoli

A bold, flavorful Chinese dish featuring tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a spicy-sweet kung pao sauce, served with a side of roasted broccoli florets.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup roasted peanuts
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Toss to coat the chicken and let marinate for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spread the broccoli florets on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 18-20 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.

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