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Close-up of crispy, glazed Szechuan Chicken pieces mixed with bright green broccoli florets in a white bowl.

Szechuan Chicken Stir-fry


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring spicy Szechuan sauce coating tender chicken pieces.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup Szechuan sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Add the bell peppers and broccoli to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the vegetables. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the Szechuan sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
  8. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Stir in the sesame oil.
  10. Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add 1 teaspoon of chili flakes with the garlic and ginger.
  • You can substitute other vegetables like snap peas or carrots.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (without rice)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 38
  • Cholesterol: 105

Keywords: Szechuan chicken, spicy chicken, stir-fry, Chinese food, quick dinner