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Gluten Free Kung Pao Chicken

Gluten-Free Kung Pao Chicken: A Healthy Takeout Dupe

Gluten Free Kung Pao Chicken is a quick, healthy, and delicious alternative to traditional takeout, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Main protein source.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch For marinating and thickening.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Tamari Gluten-free alternative to soy sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce Ensure it's gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Provides acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Natural sweetener.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil For cooking chicken.
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced thin for even cooking.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red Peppers Sliced.
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped for topping.
  • 1/4 cup Peanuts or Sesame Seeds For crunch.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken with tamari and cornstarch. Mix until coated and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk tamari, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and honey to create the sauce.
  4. Remove chicken; add sesame oil, onions, and red peppers to skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, pour sauce over, and combine. Bring to a brief boil, then simmer for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, peanuts, or sesame seeds. Serve warm with rice or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all sauces are gluten-free and use fresh ingredients for best results.

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