This hot and spicy Kung Wow Chicken is my version of this super popular Chinese dish. I’m sure you know Kung Pao chicken, that spicy Chinese stir fry made with chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers.
The original dish is from Sichuan, the province in China most known for its blow-your-head-off spice levels! My wow chicken version is a little milder but still packed with heat, spice and yummy flavors. Don’t be put off by the list of ingredients. Most of them are probably already in your store cupboard. And together they make such a deep, rich and delicious sauce that it’s absolutely worth the effort to cook this up!
To make Kung Wow Chicken, you will need the following ingredients:
In a bowl, mix 1 tablespoon white wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon brown sugar and the chopped scallion together.
Add the chicken to the bowl and stir to coat. Cover the bowl and chill for an hour.
Mix 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar, white vinegar, rice vinegar, ketchup, the remaining white wine, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, the chili paste, sesame oil, and garlic together in a bowl.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water.
Place a large skillet over a high heat and add the peanut oil. Once hot, add the chicken. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until browned.
Add the pepper and zucchini and cook for a further 2 minutes.
Stir in the chicken broth.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken. Stir and cook until the chicken has cooked through and the vegetables have softened.
Mix in the cornstarch in water, stir and cook for until the sauce thickens.
Take the pan off the heat. Add the peanuts, scallion tops and seasoning. Toss to combine.
Serve the chicken spooned over the cooked white rice.
Serve my fiery homemade Kung Wow Chicken with white rice and you have an authentic and delicious dinner! Dotted with pepper and zucchini and drenched in sauce, this dish looks as good as it tastes, so take a snap and don’t forget to tag #cookmerecipes!
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