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Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken Recipe


  • Author: I
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (diced; any color)
  • 1 cup zucchini (diced)
  • 1/2 cup onion (diced)
  • 1/2 cup peanuts (unsalted)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 12 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • Cooked rice (for serving)
  • Green onions (sliced, for garnish)

 


Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini, onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined.

Step 2: Cook in the Crockpot

  1. Pour the chicken mixture into the crockpot.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 3: Thicken the Sauce (Optional)

  1. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry and stir it into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Step 4: Serve

  1. Once cooked, stir in the peanuts and serve over cooked rice. Garnish with sliced green onions.

 

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 240