Kung Pao Chicken Tacos Recipe

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Ingredients:

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6 boneless skinless chicken thighs , cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, divided
1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch, divided
1/4 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp canola oil, divided
1 1/2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp dark sesame oil
2 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sambal oelek ( ground fresh chile paste)
1 large garlic clove, minced
3 tbsp coarsely chopped dry roasted peanuts
3/4 cup diagonally sliced celery (about 2 stalks )
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1/3 cup sliced green onion
1/2 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 lime wedges

Directions:

Place chicken in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce to bag; seal. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes. Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Place 1/4 cup cornstarch in a shallow dish. Sprinkle the chicken evenly with salt. Add chicken to cornstarch in dish, and toss chicken to thoroughly coat. Shake off excess cornstarch.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon canola oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add half of coated chicken; sauté for 6 minutes or until done, turning to brown. Remove chicken from pan using a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Repeat the procedure with remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil and coated chicken.
Combine remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch, remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, honey, and next 3 ingredients (through sambal oelek) in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Microwave at HIGH for 1 1/2 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring twice. Stir in garlic. Combine soy sauce mixture, chicken, peanuts, and celery; toss to coat chicken.
Toast tortillas under broiler or on a griddle until lightly blistered, turning frequently. Place 2 tortillas on each of 4 plates; divide chicken mixture evenly among tortillas. Top each taco with green onions and bell pepper strips; serve with lime wedges.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	325.37 Kcal (1362 kJ)
Calories from fat	136.13 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	15.13g	23%
Sodium	573.97mg	24%
Potassium	299.76mg	6%
Total Carbs	47.45g	16%
Sugars	9.87g	39%
Dietary Fiber	6.49g	26%
Protein	5.54g	11%
Vitamin C	35.9mg	60%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	12%
Iron	8mg	45%
Calcium	80.9mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	156.61 Kcal (656 kJ)
Calories from fat	65.52 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.28g	23%
Sodium	276.27mg	24%
Potassium	144.29mg	6%
Total Carbs	22.84g	16%
Sugars	4.75g	39%
Dietary Fiber	3.12g	26%
Protein	2.66g	11%
Vitamin C	17.3mg	60%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	12%
Iron	3.9mg	45%
Calcium	38.9mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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