Kung Pao Chicken
Finished Kung Pao Chicken packet werved with wontons, bok choy, rice, and chopsticks
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Kung Pao Chicken

$6.99 ($1.17 / Serving)

Authentic Szechuan pepper, chiles, and tamarind deliver classic Kung Pao flavor. Make a simple stir-fry or takeout at-home.
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This Kung Pao chicken seasoning mix and a simple stir-fry is all it takes to get this family-style meal on the table. Tangy tamarind and pineapple are balanced by nutty sesame, warm chiles, and Szechwan pepper with this Kung Pao marinade. Pair this easy Kung Pao chicken with a steaming bowl of rice, a nest of noodles, or a variety...
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How to Use
1 Kung Pao Chicken mix
1 1/4 cup water
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 1/2 lbs. chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil

Founders' Notes

One of our favorite Spice & Easy creations! We love the flavor and overall spiciness of this ‘pao.’ Its mellow heat suits most palates. To turn the heat up, we like to add a spoonful of sambal oelek chili paste.


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About this Spice

Enjoy the taste of Kung Pao takeout at home. This Chinese classic comes from the Sichuan province and includes Szechwan peppercorns.

With Spice & Easy, making Kung Pao chicken easy is as simple as 1, 2, 3! Just open, spice and serve. Each Meal Starter Spice Mix includes the pre-measured Kung Pao seasonings needed to make a quick, simple and tasty authentic Kung Pao recipe.

DIRECTIONS:

In a medium bowl, stir together Kung Pao Chicken mix, water, soy sauce, and sesame oil. In a large bowl, add chicken and corn starch, tossing to coat. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken in an even layer and cook 7 to 8 min. without stirring until golden brown. Stir and cook an additional 5 to 6 min. until chicken is just cooked trough. Add sauce mixture and bring to a boil. Stir occasionally for 3 to 4 min. until sauce is glossy and slightly thickened.



SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Top with sliced scallions, peanuts, or bell peppers.
Serve with rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.



YIELDS:
Serves 6



Kung Pao Chicken Spice & Easy FAQ



What is Kung Pao chicken made of?



Kung Pao Chicken is a dish that's typically made up of chicken, rice or noodles and stir-fried vegetables. In most cases, peanuts and green onions are added on top. Kung Pao seasoning usually includes a combination of garlic, sugar, ginger, red pepper, paprika, sesame, mustard powder and Szechuan peppercorns.



What does Kung Pao seasoning taste like?



Kung Pao seasoning tastes mostly sweet, umami, and slightly spicy in flavor, with notes of citrus, nutty, tingly and subtle floral flavors.



What is the difference between Gong Bao chicken and Kung Pao chicken?



Kung Pao chicken is another name for Gong Bao chicken, so there's no obvious difference between the two.

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Very good. Just add some veggies and chicken. 20 minutes later, you're eating as good as take-out.