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One Pot Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles}

9/24/16

One Pot Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} – the perfect easy grain free lower carb ONE PAN weeknight meal! Best of all, it takes less than 30 minutes to make and is so much healthier and better than takeout!

One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pot to clean!

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Oodles of zucchini noodles! Since these Teriyaki Chicken Zoodles, Chicken Chow Mein Zoodles and Mongolian Beef Zoodles have been so popular around here, I’m sharing another one of our latest favorites.

This One Pot Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles has all the amazing flavors of the popular Kung Pao Chicken over a bed of yummy zucchini noodles.

Zoodles are still one of my favorite ways to swap out some carbs and depending on the what you add, this dish can be low carb / keto and paleo friendly.

One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pot to clean!

This Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles is an easy 30 minute meal and perfect for busy weeknights. Dishes are my least favorite chore and I love that this cooks in just one pan.

Plus it’s also so much healthier than anything you can get at the takeout restaurant.

HOW DO YOU MAKE KUNG PAO CHICKEN ZOODLES?

  1. This recipe starts off with the tender chicken pieces that get cooked up in a super flavorful sauce that is deliciously spicy, sweet, and salty.
  2. You can either choose to pour the chicken over the zucchini noodles raw, or toss them into the pan for no longer than 2 minutes, so they’re just tender but still firm.
  3. Be careful not to overcook them or they’ll get soft and mushy. I like mine with a slight crunch so I’ll usually leave them in the pan for just over a minute.
One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb, gluten free (or paleo) weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pan to clean!
One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pot to clean!

This One Pan Kung Pao Zoodles is an easy meal that comes together in under 30 minutes – perfect for those busy weeknights and a great way to use up the rest of your zucchini stash.

One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pot to clean!

Meal Prepping Tips for this One Pot Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles

  • spiralize zucchini up to 3 days ahead of time and store in a large zip-top freezer bag in the fridge or freezer
  • combine the ingredients for the sauce ahead of time and store in an air-tight container in the fridge
  • makes a great healthy meal prep recipe for school or work lunch bowls

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One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pot to clean!
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One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles}
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
22 mins
 
One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pot to clean!
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: healthy asian meals, healthy chinese recipes, low carb dinner, zoodles recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 186 kcal
Author: Kelly
Ingredients
  • 1 medium chicken breast cut into bite size piece
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • salt and black pepper to taste
Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce can substitute with gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for paleo-friendly version
  • 2 Tablespoons Hoisin Sauce leave out for keto
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 Tablespoons corn starch or use arrowroot powder for paleo or 1 teaspoon xantham gum for keto
  • 2 Tablespoons water + more as needed to thin out sauce as needed
  • 4 dried red chilies or use 1/2 teaspoon red chili garlic sauce
  • 5-6 medium zucchini cut into noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler
Optional Garnish:
  • green onions sliced thinly
  • sesame seeds
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the sauce.
  2. In a large bowl, season chicken with salt, pepper and drizzle 1 tablespoon of sauce over the chicken. Allow chicken to marinate while you spiralize the zucchini. Use a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to spiralize zucchini. Pat dry with paper towel.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a wok or a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until brown, about 4-5 minutes. Add in the dried chilies and cook for another minute until fragrant. Pour in the sauce and turn the heat to high, allowing the sauce to bubble and thicken. Add more water, one tablespoon at a time, only as needed to thin out the sauce.

  4. *If cooking the zucchini noodles, add into the pan and use tongs to toss and coat with sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until zucchini is just tender but still firm. Be careful not to overcook.
  5. Serve immediately and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Recipe Notes

*do not overcook for longer than 2 minutes or else noodles will get too soft and mushy. You can also serve the chicken over uncooked zucchini noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts
One Pan Kung Pao Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles}
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 186 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 6%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 750mg 31%
Potassium 1031mg 29%
Total Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 10g
Protein 17g 34%
Vitamin A 18.7%
Vitamin C 132.9%
Calcium 5.6%
Iron 11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

More zucchini noodle recipes:

One Pan Beef Teriyaki Zoodles

One Pan Teriyaki Beef Stir-Fry {Zucchini Noodles} is the perfect easy gluten free (or paleo) weeknight meal! Best of all, it takes only 30 minutes to make in just one pot and is so much healthier and better than takeout! Great for Sunday meal prep and leftovers make delicious lunch bowls for work or school lunchboxes! Plus Video!

Teriyaki Shrimp Zoodles

One Pan Teriyaki Shrimp Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} is the perfect easy gluten free (or paleo) weeknight meal! Best of all, it takes only 30 minutes to make in just one pot and is so much healthier and better than takeout! Great for Sunday meal prep and leftovers make delicious lunch bowls for work or school lunchboxes! Plus Video!

One Pan Mongolian Beef Zoodles

One Pan Mongolian Beef Zoodles make the perfect easy weeknight meal! Best of all, it comes together in under 30 minutes with just one pot to clean!

One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Zoodles

One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Zoodles {Zucchini Noodles} make the perfect easy low carb weeknight meal! Best of all so much better than takeout - only 30 minutes to make with just one pan to clean!

Healthy Chicken Chow Mein Zoodles
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Zucchini Noodle Skillet Lasagna {One Pan} {GF}

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Posted September 24, 2016 In 30 Minute Meal, Asian, Chicken, Chinese, Noodles / Pasta, One Pan / Pot / Skillet, Recipes

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Comments

  1. Johnna -

    September 24, 2016 at 8:16 am

    This dish looks beautiful! What a great way to use up some courgette!

    Reply
  2. [email protected]'s Recipes -

    September 24, 2016 at 8:30 am

    Just had my lunch…but I am HUNGRY again…this looks so inviting and delicious!

    Reply
  3. Eva @ Eva Bakes -

    September 24, 2016 at 9:30 am

    Looks like I need to buy some more zucchini so I can make this amazing dish! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Monica -

    September 25, 2016 at 10:13 am

    Love the flavor and punch of kung pao chicken and so smart to balance it with zucchini noodles! I want this for dinner tonight, please! : )

    Reply
  5. cheri -

    September 25, 2016 at 4:14 pm

    This is the perfect meal Kelly, besides being a one pot wonder it looks healthy and delicious!

    Reply
  6. Lucy - (Recipes @ Globe Scoffers) -

    September 30, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    This looks and sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  7. Emma -

    October 1, 2016 at 3:30 am

    Love zoodles, what a great weeknight dish. Definitely going to give this one a go but with a vegetarian twist I think I’ll try Tofu instead.

    Reply
  8. Anlet Prince - Annslittlecorner -

    October 8, 2016 at 7:15 am

    Love these zoodles. Luv your recipe…

    Reply
  9. Eminter -

    November 25, 2017 at 9:21 pm


    I madw thoa tonight and it has the perfect flavor of take out! Instead of marinating the chicken, i bought ginger and soy marinated chicken breasts from my local grocery store. Its a keeper on my rotations when i feel like take out! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      December 8, 2017 at 9:01 am

      Yay, so happy you loved it! Thank you for letting me know!

      Reply

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