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Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (Copycat)

by Annmarie

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate fusion of bold Chinese flavors and Italian comfort! This dish combines tender chicken, crisp veggies, and perfectly cooked spaghetti all tossed in a spicy-sweet Kung Pao sauce that’s bursting with flavor.

Inspired by the famous California Pizza Kitchen favorite, this homemade version captures that same restaurant-quality taste — fiery, saucy, and completely irresistible. Once you try it, it’s bound to become your new go-to dinner any night of the week!

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (Copycat)

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti (Copycat)

Kung Pao Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate fusion of bold Chinese flavors and Italian comfort! This dish combines tender chicken, crisp veggies, and perfectly cooked spaghetti all tossed in a spicy-sweet Kung Pao sauce that’s bursting with flavor.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup sherry
  • 3 tablespoons chili paste with garlic
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast , boneless and skinless, cut in 3/4-inch cubes
  • 10 -15 whole Chinese dried red chili peppers (don’t eat these, they are for color and heat)
  • 1 cup dry roasted peanuts , unsalted
  • 1/4 cup minced garlic
  • 3 cups green onions , greens and whites, coarsely-chopped
  • 3 cups green onions , greens and whites, coarsely-chopped

Instructions

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