Rating: 3.59
(31)

Kung Pao Chicken Salad

August 9, 2023
Kung Pao Chicken Salad
Kung Pao Chicken Salad
3.59 from 31 votes
A zesty and flavorful chicken salad inspired by Kung Pao Chicken
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup Green onions chopped

Instructions
 

  • Cook the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let cool. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • In the same skillet, add the peanuts, red and green bell peppers, carrots, red onion, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the skillet and stir to coat.
  • Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 26gFat: 16gFiber: 4g
Calories: 320kcal
Meal Type: Salad
Cuisine: Chinese
Cooking Method: Grilled
Time: <30 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar deidre.cronin1962 says:

    5 stars
    This salad is the best! So flavorful and fresh. Will definitely make it again.

  2. User avatar Eddie the Computer says:

    3 stars
    Kung Pao chicken is my fav but this salad was kinda weird. Where’s the rice?

  3. User avatar basementDweller says:

    5 stars
    Yum yum! Perfect for summer days. I added some avocado slices too. Perfect combo!

  4. User avatar jeremiah.pacocha70 says:

    5 stars
    Super tasty! I added some extra peanuts and it was a hit at the potluck. Everyone loved it!

  5. User avatar sharlene.russel says:

    4 stars
    Yum! I added some extra spice and it was fire 🔥 Great recipe!

    1. User avatar roberto.schuppe90 says:

      5 stars
      Sounds delicious! I gotta try adding more spice too. Thanks for the tip!

    2. User avatar duane.becker2009 says:

      2 stars
      I dunno, I’m not sure if more spicy is always better. Sometimes it can be overwhelming.

  6. 4 stars
    I didn’t have peanuts, so I used almonds instead. Still tasted good!

    1. User avatar Tom Bombadil says:

      5 stars
      Almonds are a great substitute! I’m glad it still turned out good for you. 😋

    2. User avatar tania.hodkiewicz says:

      2 stars
      But, like, aren’t peanuts supposed to be the main flavor? I don’t know if it would taste the same…

  7. User avatar samantha.schumm28 says:

    4 stars
    So good! But I think I used too much cornstarch, it got kinda thick. Next time less.

    1. User avatar tobi.goldner11 says:

      4 stars
      I love Kung Pao Chicken! Maybe try using 1/2 tsp cornstarch next time, that might help. 😄

    2. 3 stars
      Too thick? Cornstarch just thickens a bit… Results depend on how you mix it with water. It should be fine.

  8. User avatar samual.kohler48 says:

    2 stars
    Too spicy for me! I don’t understand why people like crushed red pepper. 🤢

  9. 4 stars
    What can I use instead of chicken? I’m not a fan of meat but love the sauce.

  10. 3 stars
    mMm. Kung Pao salad? I thought Kung Pao was just a chicken dish. Tasted good tho!

  11. User avatar ron.harber says:

    5 stars
    This was easy to make and super tasty! Definitely a keeper.

  12. User avatar Arwen Evenstar says:

    2 stars
    I don’t like peanuts and there was too much soy sauce. My family didn’t really like it.

  13. 2 stars
    I don’t know, it seems too complicated with all those ingredients. Just stick to plain chicken!

  14. User avatar Andy Rogahn says:

    3 stars
    Hmmm… I’m not so sure about the vinegar. It tasted a bit weird to me.

  15. User avatar waldo.willms says:

    3 stars
    This was okay, but I felt like something was missing. Maybe add some ginger or something?

  16. User avatar karlyn.crona says:

    1 star
    Nah, didn’t like it. Too many veggies. Can we just make a burger instead?

  17. User avatar melvin.turcotte says:

    5 stars
    This was a real hit! I had some left over and it was even better the next day!

  18. User avatar heather.upton says:

    5 stars
    I made this for my family and they loved it! Such a great flavor combo. Will make again!

  19. User avatar devon.mclaughlin24 says:

    3 stars
    I just followed the recipe but added ketchup by mistake. It was still fine 😂

  20. User avatar Shaddam Corrino IV says:

    2 stars
    Is this really kung pao chicken? I thought it had more sauce and spices.

  21. 5 stars
    Super easy recipe! Perfect for a quick dinner. I’ll definitely keep this in my rotation.

  22. 3 stars
    Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts? Just wondering?

    1. User avatar ned.walker says:

      3 stars
      I don’t know if thighs would work the same. They are fattier, right? Might change the dish.

    2. User avatar joellen.koelpin27 says:

      5 stars
      Absolutely! Chicken thighs will add more flavor and stay moist. Go for it!

  23. User avatar huey.pfeffer42 says:

    4 stars
    Easy peasy to follow! I’m not a good cook but this was simple enough to do!

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