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Kung Pao Chicken
Servings 4
Calories 252 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil -- divided
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon ground fresh ginger -- such as Spice World divided
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts -- cut into 1/4-inch strips
- 1/2 cup fat-free less-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 4 garlic cloves -- minced
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped salted peanuts
Instructions
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Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and 2 teaspoons ginger to pan; sauté 1 minute. Add water. Cover; cook 2 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Remove broccoli from pan; keep warm.
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Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in pan; add remaining 1 teaspoon ginger, crushed red pepper, and chicken. Cook 4 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned, stirring frequently.
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Combine broth and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in a small bowl, and stir with a whisk. Add broth mixture to pan; cook 1 minute or until mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Return broccoli mixture to pan; toss to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts.
