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Kung Pao Chicken Noodles

Savory Kung Pao Chicken Noodles for Easy Weeknight Feasts

Enjoy this flavorful Kung Pao Chicken Noodles dish, a quick and customizable weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thigh Boneless, skin-on, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning
For the Noodles
  • 4 packs Hand Cut Noodles Thicker noodles are recommended for better sauce absorption
  • 1/2 cup Water Used to adjust sauce consistency
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger Julienne
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Minced
  • 2 Green Onion Chopped
For the Seasoning & Sauce
  • 1.5 tablespoons Soy Sauce For marinade
  • 4 tablespoons Soy Sauce For sauce
  • 1.5 tablespoons Oyster Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Black Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For marinade
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch For sauce
For the Spice
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan Peppercorn
  • 1/4 cup Dry Red Chili Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance
For Topping
  • Crushed Roasted Peanuts Adds crunch and flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • pot
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thigh with soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, black vinegar, dark soy sauce, sugar, water, and cornstarch in a separate bowl until smooth.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the hand-cut noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and toss with a teaspoon of oil.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and then the marinated chicken. Cook for 8-9 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Add the ginger, Sichuan peppercorns, red chilies, and garlic to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Toss in the cooked noodles and prepared sauce, stirring together over high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Plate the noodles and garnish with crushed peanuts and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match the ingredients to create your perfect bowl of Kung Pao Chicken Noodles.

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