Chicken,  Food,  Healthy,  Spicy,  Vegetables

Kung Pao Chicken

March 9, 2012 /

TGIF!! Any big plans this weekend? I have the cooking class, other than that just lots of working out trying to get more in shape for my trip to Disney in May.

Yup that’s right! I am going to Disney!!

I have never been. My brother went a couple times but I wasn’t ever taken. I think my grandparents on my Mom’s side liked him better as a child haha. He went like 2 or 3 times and I never got to go.

Well you know what?! I AM GOING NOW!

The girls I play softball with got a timeshare down there for an entire week around Memorial day so there are a bunch of us going, we are also getting 4 day passes to Disney and then spend a couple days on the beach. Holy cow am I looking forward to that.

We are staying at the Wyndham Cypress Palms Resort is Kissimme, FL. Ok, now who wouldn’t want to spend a couple days in the sun (Patrick you don’t count)?

I am seriously counting down the days until we go. It was a really affordable trip that I feel will be well worth every dime we spend. I mean, it’s DISNEY for goodnessakes!

*Public Service Announcement* ::beealeep deep beep beep::

If you see a 27 year old woman jumping around like a crazy person at Disney located in Orlando Florida from May 26th – June 2nd 2012. Please do not be alarmed. It is her first time to this location and she is just uber-excited.

*End of Public Service Announcement*

😉

This recipe I am sharing with you today packs some heat! I was a little surprised at how spicy this was. It was very very tasty, but if you don’t like spicy meals I would reduce the red pepper flake.

Find the original recipe here.

Ingredients:

  • 4-5 drops dark sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons mixed sesame oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup carrots chopped into coins
  • 1 cup snow peas, trimmed

Heat sesame oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion to pan and sauté until softened. Add garlic and sauté stirring constantly. Add chicken sauté until chicken begins to brown.

Combine 3/4 cup water and the next 5 ingredients (through crushed red pepper), stirring with a whisk until sugar dissolves. Add water mixture to pan and bring to a boil. Add bell pepper, snow peas, and carrots to pan. Cook for 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and sauce thickens.

I served this with rice noodles. You can also serve this with rice or just by itself really! I am sure it would be good either way.

Super easy right? and guess what (no, not chicken butt Patrick)?? This recipe is only 275 calories, 13.8g of fat (2.6g sat fat). Those counts are per a 1 cup serving. That is a great dinner to me!

I know you are all shocked that this is lower calorie and fat, because I NEVER do that 😉

Now to me the best way to finish a dinner called Kung Pao Chicken is to have a fortune cookie…I hope your fortune is a good one!

Happy Friday everyone! Have a lovely weekend!

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41 Comments

  • Jen

    March 9, 2012 at 10:31 am

    I am also a Disney freak. We own Disney’s timeshare.

    I also have tons of restaurant recommendations for you. #1 that you MUST try is Flying Fish at the Boardwalk resort. Get the mussels from the appetizer list as your entree. You can thank me later.

    Now, I need to thank you, though! For this lovely recipe. I am SO on an Asian food kick!!! And the more spice the better!

    • RavieNomNoms

      March 9, 2012 at 10:35 am

      Oh thank you for the suggestion! That is very much appreciated!! I am not a mussels fan unfortunately 🙁 but I am sure I can find something else I would love!

      Glad to know I am not the only Disney freak out there haha

  • Tiffany

    March 9, 2012 at 11:36 am

    LOL 😀 I’ve never been to Disney either! I can’t wait to hear all about it… and TGIF is right sister! This week has been a beast! Have a great weekend and can’t wait to see what you cook up next week 😀

    • RavieNomNoms

      March 9, 2012 at 11:50 am

      This week WAS a beast of a week! I am glad it is over…so ready for it to be tomorrow so I can sleep in and then go to cooking classes :-D. Have a great weekend!!!

  • Liz

    March 9, 2012 at 5:19 pm

    Yes, there is definitely something magical about Disney…can’t wait to hear about your trip.

    I’ve always wanted to try kung pao chicken…but I’ll definitely have to tone it down for my family. It looks magnificent!

  • Jen at The Three Little Piglets

    March 9, 2012 at 6:17 pm

    I still remember my first trip to Disney – I was way more excited than my kids were! My advice, buy one of those cheap $1 ponchos and throw it in your purse. At around 4:00 this time of year it rains almost every day for like 20 minutes and you’ll get drenched if you don’t!

  • Ramona

    March 9, 2012 at 10:16 pm

    You are going to have such a great time on your Disney vacation! I’m glad you’re finally getting to go… not fair that your brother got to go so many times. I know May cannot come fast enough for you. Everything is so much fun… my favorites are Epcot and Sea World. 🙂 Have a great weekend~ Ramona

    PS. have a blast at your cooking class!! I’m so jealous. 🙂

    • RavieNomNoms

      March 9, 2012 at 11:33 pm

      Oh you are so right! May won’t be coming soon enough, but time flies so much anymore I am sure it will be here and gone before I know it!!

      Have a wonderful weekend!

  • Dionne Baldwin

    March 10, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    I never had an interest to make kung pow chicken but your chicken and noodles look incredibly delicious. Those peas really seal the deal for me. I think I might just have to have this for myself!

    I am SO jealous. I have never been either. I used to scream and clap whenever I went into the Disney store at the mall I might not be able to handle the “real thing”! I’d be like a little excited puppy!!! I’m so happy for you!

    • RavieNomNoms

      March 11, 2012 at 9:54 am

      Oh you have to try it Dionne! It is really quick delicious.

      Oh my gosh I’m not going to be able to control myself it is going to be like a kid in a candy store for me. Only I’m 27 and there’s no candy haha

  • Stephanie

    March 10, 2012 at 9:04 pm

    Going to Disney for the first time is always a great experience and I’m sure you will have an amazing time! Make sure you get around to all the parks. Epcot is always my fave, but Magic Kingdom is where all the real classic Disney rides are!

    This Kung Pao chicken looks great! I order it often when we order Chinese, but I would love to try making it myself!

    • RavieNomNoms

      March 11, 2012 at 9:56 am

      Yes I will try to make it around to all the ones I can dor sure!

      It is definitely a favorite of mine to order too which is why I decided to make it 🙂

  • Kim Bee

    March 11, 2012 at 1:09 am

    This recipe looks amazing. I love heat so this is right up my alley. Congrats on top 9!

    I am 43 and going to Disney for the first time next week. Hubs is 46 and it’s his first time too. We’ll probably behave worse than the kids.

  • Kristina

    March 11, 2012 at 10:36 am

    Looks delicious! I saw the original recipe on cooking light and I’ve been meaning to give it a try, I usually make one of their older recipes? Its like 2001 or something buts its awesome! I loveee Kung Pao Chicken, your recipes looks GREAT!! And gorgeous pics 🙂 P.S…. soooo jealous you’re going to Disney! You’re going to have so much fun!

  • Suzi

    March 11, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Tasty looking dish I bet it was delicious. Congrats on the Top 9. You are going to have a blast at Disney. I live right near Orlando and Disney, went there a lot when I was young, I mean younger, LOL

  • Cristina

    March 12, 2012 at 10:46 am

    I’m envious of your trip to Disney World! 🙂 I’ve only ever been to Disneyland, but hope to one day visit another one of Disney’s theme parks. I’m sure you’ll have a blast!

    Delicious looking kung pao chicken. My mom used to make this for us when we were kids, but she sometimes made it too hot for me to handle. Hubbs will enjoy this for sure…On my list to make…

  • Becky

    March 13, 2012 at 7:23 am

    I love this lighter version of of Kung Pao Chicken, no breading! thanks for sharing.

    We are going to Disney in April ,and staying in a timeshare in Kissimee. My Hubby has never been to Disney either, but he is much older than you:) We’ are so excited, too.

    Congtrats on the Top 9