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Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (Copycat)

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (Copycat)

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Try this easy Copycat Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti recipe, featuring tender chicken, a spicy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. A bold and flavorful dish that's perfect for dinner!

Ingredients 

Chicken Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts,, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Kung Pao Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 2/3 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2/3 cup sherry wine, or chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Pasta Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup peanuts, or cashews
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped

Instructions

  • Combine chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch in a bowl. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the marinated chicken in the basket, spray with cooking spray, and air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  • In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sherry wine (or chicken broth), sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ground ginger.
  • Cook spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, green onions, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer until it thickens.
  • Stir in the air-fried chicken and peanuts to the sauce, mixing to combine and heat through.
  • Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, ensuring it’s evenly coated with the sauce and chicken.
  • Garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds, if desired, and serve hot.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 17gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 2542mgPotassium: 414mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 512IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 2mg