Kung Pao Chicken Pasta Recipe | Yummy PH

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

spaghetti

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: penne

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber while penne is often less expensive.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Homemade sauce can reduce additives, while soy sauce + sugar is cost-effective.

Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped bell peppers and cook until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and chili flakes in a bowl.

Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to combine.

Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.

Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce.

Fold in chopped green onions and peanuts, mixing well.

Drizzle sesame oil over the pasta and toss to combine.

Serve hot, garnished with additional peanuts if desired.

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