Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Noodles:
- 8 ounces egg noodles or rice noodles
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (for garnish)
For the Kung Pao Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1–2 teaspoons chili paste or sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-inch piece ginger (minced)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
- Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook Noodles: Add the noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
- Combine Marinade: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare the Kung Pao Sauce
- Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, chili paste, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined. Set aside.
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Stir-Fry Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5–7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
- Add Remaining Oil: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the diced bell pepper and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add Green Onions: Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for an additional minute.
Step 6: Combine Everything
- Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables.
- Add Sauce: Pour the Kung Pao sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together to coat evenly and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Mix in Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss until well combined and heated through.
Step 7: Serve
- Garnish and Enjoy: Serve the Kung Pao Chicken Noodles hot, garnished with roasted peanuts on top.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20