Gong Bao Ji Ding (Peanut Chicken) Recipe

Name: Gong Bao Ji Ding (Peanut Chicken)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes; 1 egg white, lightly whisked; 1/3 cup peanut oil; 4 dried red chilies, crushed; 1 teaspoon whole szechuan peppercorns; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons shaoxing wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons black vinegar or 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 garlic clove, finely minced; 5 scallions, sliced lengthwise; 1 tablespoon peeled ginger, sliced thin; 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts or 1/2 cup cashews

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
1 egg white, lightly whisked
1/3 cup peanut oil
4 dried red chilies, crushed
1 teaspoon whole szechuan peppercorns
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons shaoxing wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons black vinegar or 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 garlic clove, finely minced
5 scallions, sliced lengthwise
1 tablespoon peeled ginger, sliced thin
1/2 cup unsalted peanuts or 1/2 cup cashews

1
In a bowl mix wine, soy sauce, water, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, vinegar, sugar. Set aside.
2
Next toss cubed chicken with egg white and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a separate bowl. Set aside.
3
Heat up peanut oil in a wok and add the crushed red chilies and whole Sichuan peppercorns. Saute until chillies begin to turn brown. Remove chilies mixture and set aside.
4
Place coated chicken in wok over high heat until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from wok and set aside.
5
Pour out oil, leaving about a tablespoon in wok, reduce heat, and add ginger, scallions, and garlic and saute for about 2 minutes.
6
Reduce heat to low and add wine mixture, stirring for about 2 minutes or until sauce thickens.
7
Add chicken, nuts, and chilies mixture. Stir over heat for about 4 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes, 1 egg white, lightly whisked, 1/3 cup peanut oil, 4 dried red chilies, crushed, and more.

Yes, Gong Bao Ji Ding (Peanut Chicken) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gong Bao Ji Ding (Peanut Chicken)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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