Description
A quick and easy version of Kung Pao Chicken made in the air fryer. This dish combines tender chicken with a savory and slightly spicy sauce, topped with crunchy peanuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes.
- Add chicken cubes to the bowl and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Add bell pepper, peanuts, garlic, and green onions. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice level.
- Use chicken breast if you prefer leaner meat.
- For extra crispiness, spray the chicken lightly with oil before air frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Kung Pao Chicken, Easy Kung Pao Chicken, Quick Chinese Recipe