Chinese Kung Pao Pizza
Chinese Kung Pao Pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of Chinese kung pao chicken with the classic Italian flavors of pizza. The result is a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
The story of Chinese Kung Pao Pizza begins in the early 1970s, when a Chinese immigrant named Andrew Chen opened a small restaurant in New York City. Chen's restaurant was a huge success, and he soon became known for his delicious kung pao chicken. One day, Chen decided to experiment with a new dish, and he combined the flavors of his kung pao chicken with the classic Italian flavors of pizza. The result was Chinese Kung Pao Pizza, and it quickly became one of the most popular dishes on Chen's menu.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pre-made pizza crust
  • 1/2 cup kung pao sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped chicken
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. Spread kung pao sauce over pizza crust.
  3. Top with green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, chicken, peanuts, and green onions.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Why It Works
  • The combination of Chinese and Italian flavors creates a unique and flavorful dish.
  • The Kung Pao sauce is spicy and flavorful, and it pairs well with the sweet and savory flavors of the pizza crust.
  • The chopped green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, and chicken add texture and flavor to the dish.
  • The peanuts and green onions add a crunchy and flavorful topping to the pizza.