Healthier Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Kung Pao Chicken is a popular take out favorite that can be made at home in the Instant Pot or slow cooker. This Instant Pot Kung Pao Chicken has all the same flavors as the Chinese restaurant version but no deep frying required!
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Kung Pao Chicken is a Szechuan dish that’s a favorite of many in restaurants, but it can sometimes be a little too spicy for some. Red chili peppers, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey and garlic create a tangy, sweet sauce with a sometimes-too-fiery kick!
Healthier Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Kung Pao Chicken from Life Made Sweeter can easily be made at home using these same ingredients but you can customize the level of heat by adjusting the amount of peppers you use. Sounds like a great dinner idea to me! And this recipe works in the Instant Pot or slow cooker so everyone can choose the method they prefer!
Ingredients for this CrockPot or Instant Pot Recipe:
- cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- salt and pepper
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- olive oil or avocado oil
- dried red chili peppers
- cashews
- red bell pepper
- zucchini
- soy sauce
- honey
- hoisin sauce
- garlic cloves
- fresh ginger
- dried red pepper chili flakes
Get the complete recipe for Healthier Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Kung Pao Chicken from Life Made Sweeter.
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