Szechuan Chicken Recipe
Description:
Why bother going out for Chinese food when you can whip up this mouthwatering Szechuan Chicken in the comfort of your own kitchen? This recipe is a breeze to make and pairs perfectly with rice or Asian noodles. To achieve those perfectly thin slices of chicken, simply pop the chicken breasts in the freezer for about 20 minutes before slicing, or if you’re using frozen chicken, slice it before it’s fully thawed. Despite its name, this dish isn’t overwhelmingly spicy, but if you’re craving more heat, feel free to amp up the crushed red chilies to suit your taste buds!
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 skinless chicken breast half
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste for spiciness)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 6 red and green peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 302.8
- Fat Content: 12.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 65.8mg
- Sodium Content: 584.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 3.6g
- Protein Content: 30.3g
- Servings: 4
Instructions:
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With a knife held at a slanting position, almost parallel to the cutting surface, slice each chicken breast half crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices.
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In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch, minced ginger, sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes. Add the sliced chicken to the bowl and toss to coat the chicken evenly with the marinade.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the sliced green onions and red and green peppers, and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the vegetables to a bowl using a slotted spoon.
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Increase the heat to high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Heat until very hot, then add the chicken mixture and stir-fry until the chicken loses its pink color throughout, which should take around 2 to 3 minutes. You may want to cut one of the larger pieces of chicken to ensure it’s cooked through.
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Return the cooked vegetables to the pan and heat through, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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To serve, transfer the cooked chicken and vegetables to a warm platter and sprinkle with chopped peanuts for an added crunch and nutty flavor.
Keywords: Poultry, Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Meat, Chinese, Asian, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Stir Fry, Easy
Now, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to enjoy a delicious homemade Szechuan Chicken that’s bursting with flavor! Serve it up and watch it disappear within minutes—it’s that good! 🍗🌶️🥜
