Name: 30 Minute Szechuan Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast (skinless, boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes); 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon apple vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; ½ cup cornstarch; 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (for sauce); 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon black rice vinegar (or rice vinegar); 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for sauce); 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce); 1 small onion (sliced); 1 small red bell pepper (cut in 1-inch cubes); 1 small green bell pepper (cut in 1-inch cubes); 5 dried red chilies (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

30 Minute Szechuan Chicken

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30 Minute Szechuan Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the excitement of bold Szechuan flavors right to your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this quick recipe features tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a sweet-spicy sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a healthier homemade alternative to takeout without sacrificing taste. Customize it by swapping in your favorite veggies or adjusting the spice levels to suit your palate. Dive into this delicious meal today!

Author: Julia
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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1 pound chicken breast (skinless, boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon apple vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
½ cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (for sauce)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon black rice vinegar (or rice vinegar)
1 teaspoon sesame oil (for sauce)
1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce)
1 small onion (sliced)
1 small red bell pepper (cut in 1-inch cubes)
1 small green bell pepper (cut in 1-inch cubes)
5 dried red chilies (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

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together sauce ingredients: soy sauces, apple vinegar, sugar, black rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
Marinate chicken in low-sodium soy sauce, apple vinegar, and sesame oil for about 10 minutes.
Coat marinated chicken with cornstarch until fully covered.
Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown (about 3–4 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
Stir-fry sliced onion and bell peppers with dried chilies, garlic, ginger, and crushed Sichuan peppercorns for 2 minutes.
Add fried chicken back to the wok along with the prepared sauce; stir-fry everything together for one more minute until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (150g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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