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Kung Pao Chicken Stir-Fry

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Kung Pao Chicken Stir-Fry

A kid-friendly twist on classic Chinese Kung Pao chicken, with a mild, sweet-and-sour sauce that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 2 bell peppers, mixed colors, sliced
  • 8 oz green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional for adults
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
  • cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add the cubed chicken and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until mostly cooked through.

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