Kung Pao Chicken Bites

Kung Pao Chicken Bites are a delightful, protein-packed snack featuring tender chicken morsels tossed in a flavorful, spicy sauce with crunchy peanuts. Perfect for satisfying your cravings, these bites deliver an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine in a convenient bite-sized form.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Dried red chili peppers - 3, whole
• Bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Peanuts - 30 grams, roasted and unsalted
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the diced chicken breast with soy sauce and cornstarch for 15 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, and dried red chili peppers. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Return the chicken to the skillet, then add rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
6. Finally, stir in the chopped green onion and roasted peanuts. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Serve hot as a snack or appetizer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from peanuts, which support heart health.

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