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Sichuan Spicy Chicken

Sichuan Spicy Chicken

Spice up your dinner with Sichuan Spicy Chicken! This flavorful dish combines numbing peppercorns, fiery chilies, and savory sauce for a memorable meal. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (Chinese cooking wine)
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons roasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil for stir-frying
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 2-3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1-2 teaspoons crushed Sichuan peppercorns
  • 2-3 whole dried chilies
  • 2-3 green onions cut into 5cm pieces
  • a generous handful peanuts

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the marinade ingredients and toss the chicken pieces until evenly coated; marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
  3. Slice the onion and red bell pepper, mince the garlic, and crush the Sichuan peppercorns.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat; add marinated chicken and sear for a couple of minutes, then stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Push chicken to one side and add onions, bell peppers, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, and dried chilies; stir-fry together.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce into the wok, add peanuts and green onions; cook for another minute, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, toast the peanuts beforehand. If you're short on time, marinating the chicken for just 15 minutes works, but longer is always better. Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of dried chilies! Enjoy this dish fresh, as the vibrant flavors are unmatched when served right after cooking.
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