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30 Minute Szechuan Chicken

30 Minute Szechuan Chicken

30 Minute Szechuan Chicken is a vibrant and quick dish that brings the authentic flavors of Sichuan cuisine right into your kitchen. This recipe features tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a spicy-sweet sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal can be prepared in just half an hour, making it a fantastic alternative to takeout. With its bold flavors and satisfying crunch, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your palate, ensuring that every bite is just how you like it.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast (cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 small onion (sliced)
  • 1 small red bell pepper (cut into 1 inch cubes)
  • 1 small green bell pepper (cut into 1 inch cubes)
  • 5 dried red chillies (deseeded, cut into 1 inch pieces)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 inch ginger piece (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns (roasted and crushed)
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients and set aside.
  2. In another bowl, mix marinade ingredients (excluding cornstarch) and marinate chicken for 10 minutes.
  3. Coat marinated chicken in cornstarch and shake off excess.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok and fry chicken until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
  5. Sauté onion and other vegetables in the wok, then add chicken back with sauce; stir-fry for one minute and serve immediately.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Sichuan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or beef for different flavor profiles. Adjust the quantity of dried red chilies based on your spice tolerance. For a vegetarian option, swap chicken for tofu or seitan.

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