Best 8 Sichuan Chicken With Chiles Recipes

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Sichuan chicken with chiles is a popular dish that originated in the Sichuan province of China. It is characterized by its bold flavors, vibrant colors, and use of chili peppers. The dish is typically made with chicken that is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, ginger, and garlic. It is then stir-fried with a variety of vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and celery, in a spicy sauce that includes chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang (a fermented chili bean paste). The dish is often served with rice and is a favorite among those who enjoy spicy and flavorful cuisine.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY SZECHUAN CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Spicy Szechuan Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: corn starch, salt, rice wine, white pepper, soy sauce, scallion, ginger, chicken thighs, vegetable oil, szechuan peppercorn, red chilis, dried red chilis, ginger, scallion, peanuts, sugar, rice wine, sesame oil, scallion

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 teaspoons corn starch
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon rice wine
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 stalk scallion, shredded
2 slices ginger
4 chicken thighs, chopped into bite-sized pieces
vegetable oil, as needed for frying
2 tablespoons szechuan peppercorn
5 red chilis, chopped
50 dried red chilis, whole
4 slices ginger
1 stalk scallion, chopped
⅓ cup peanuts
½ teaspoon sugar
½ tablespoon rice wine
1 tablespoon sesame oil
scallion, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl, add the chopped chicken. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  • In about 1 ½ inch (4 cm) of oil, fry the chicken until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok or a large pan. Add the Szechuan peppercorn and dried red chilies. Fry until fragrant.
  • Add the rest of the dried red chilies, ginger, scallion, and peanuts. Fry for a minute.
  • Add the fried chicken pieces, sugar, rice wine and sesame oil. Toss to coat.
  • Garnish with chopped scallions.
  • Nutrition Calories: 2870 Fat: 303 grams Carbs: 29 grams Fiber: 11 grams Sugars: 9 grams Protein: 26 grams
  • Enjoy!

SICHUAN CHICKEN WITH CHILES



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This recipe unites those who would become ecstatic when they see a dish of chicken skin on a restaurant menu and those who would flee into the street. The keys to dishes that feature handfuls of dried chiles are one, don't eat the chiles. And two, don't let any of them break open while cooking; each broken one will intensify the heat exponentially. But they're sturdy devils, so this is not that difficult. The browned chiles lend the dish a nearly fiery smokiness, rather than just plain fire. Browning the skin renders its fat, which in turn is used to cook the other ingredients. It's best to stir-fry the ingredients in batches, to brown them nicely, then combine them and build the simple sauce.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken leg quarters (legs and thighs)
Salt
20 to 40 whole dried red chiles
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Skin chicken, and cut skin into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside. Bone chicken, and cut meat into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside separately.
  • Turn heat under a wok or 10-inch skillet to medium-high and add chicken skin. Cook, stirring occasionally and adjusting heat so skin browns but does not burn, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with salt, and remove to a bowl, using a slotted spoon.
  • Add chiles and cook, stirring occasionally, until they puff and darken, 3 or 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a separate bowl. Add bell pepper and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until it browns, about 5 minutes. Remove and combine with chiles. Add as much chicken meat as will fit in one layer, and cook until browned on one side; season with salt. Stir and cook until browned; remove and repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Add garlic, followed by chicken, peppers and skin. Stir to combine, then add sherry, stock and soy sauce. Cook until mixture is saucy, about 3 minutes, then serve with white rice. Chiles should not be eaten.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 588, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 988 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SICHUAN THOUSAND CHILE CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon cooking wine, preferably Shaoxing or a dry white
1/2 tablespoon cayenne powder
1/4 tablespoon salt
5 skin-on, boneless chicken thighs (2 to 2 1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
Oil, for frying
1 large russet potato, cut into thin wedges
1/4 pound string beans, halved and stems trimmed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 slices ginger
3 cloves garlic, sliced
2 stalks green onion, quartered
2 cups dried whole chile peppers (preferably Tien Tsin variety), halved
2 tablespoons dried Sichuan peppercorns
Pinch ground black pepper
Pinch ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Stir together cornstarch, soy sauce, cooking wine, cayenne powder and 1/8 tablespoon salt in a bowl. Add chicken and toss. Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 to 2 hours or refrigerate up to overnight.
  • Preheat oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.
  • Soak wedges of russet potato in cold water for at least 15 minutes, then drain. Dry well, then deep-fry until pale golden. Set aside.
  • Deep-fry string beans until slightly softened and top layer of skin is slightly blistered. Set aside.
  • Deep-fry marinated chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat and add ginger, garlic, green onion, dried chile peppers and Sichuan peppercorns to infuse with the oil. Turn heat to medium-high and stir back and forth for about 15 seconds.
  • Add the chicken, potatoes and string beans, flipping the wok a few times after each addition. Once the infused oil and aromatic ingredients are well incorporated with the chicken, potatoes and beans, sprinkle with black and white pepper and the remaining 1/8 tablespoon salt. Transfer to a platter and serve.

HOT AND SPICY SICHUAN CHICKEN



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This is a traditional Chinese dish, which is simple to make. Tender chunks of chicken are bathed in a rich, hot, and spicy sauce. Enjoy with freshly cooked white rice.

Provided by Jin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h7m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ (2 pound) whole chicken
1 (3/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger, crushed
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup chile oil
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
¼ teaspoon Sichuan peppercorn oil
6 spring onions (white parts only), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and discard water.
  • Bring a large pot of fresh water to a boil; add chicken, ginger, and peppercorns. Add more water if needed to cover chicken completely. Cover and cook over high heat until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 35 to 45 minutes. Drain and discard water.
  • Horizontally chop chicken into 3/4-inch pieces, cutting through the bone and skin. Vertically chop into 3/4-inch squares; transfer to a bowl.
  • Combine soy sauce, chile oil, sugar, MSG, and Sichuan peppercorn oil in a bowl to form a sauce; pour over chicken and toss well. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 40.2 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 972.8 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

SZECHUAN CHICKEN



Szechuan Chicken image

Why go out for Chinese food when it is this easy? Serve with rice or Asian noodles. To slice the chicken thin, freeze for 20 minutes or so first or if you are using chicken from the freezer, slice before it is completely thawed. It isn't as hot as you would expect from "Szechuan"--if you want it spicy hot--add more crushed red chilies.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb skinless chicken breast half
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • With knife held in slanting position, almost parallel to cutting surface, cut each chicken breast half crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  • In medium bowl, combine soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch, ginger, sugar, and crushed red pepper; add chicken, tossing to coat.
  • In wok or large non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat until very hot.
  • Add green onions and red and green peppers and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • With slotted spoon transfer vegetables to bowl.
  • Increase heat to high and add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet; heat until very hot.
  • Add chicken mixture and stir-fry until chicken looses its pink color throughout, 2 to 3 minutes. (I suggest cutting one of the larger pieces to make sure it is cooked through.).
  • Return vegetables to pan; heat through.
  • To serve, transfer chicken and vegetables to warm platter and sprinkle with peanuts.

SICHUAN PEPPER CHICKEN



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This tasty recipe is from a Sichuan restaurant in Anshan, China where I taught ESL to Chinese children.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons ginger, minced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons green onions, minced
10 dried red chilies
1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and thinly sliced
1 cup yellow onion, sliced
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, dark soy and cornstarch. Whisk to blend well, and add the chicken to the sauce. Toss to evenly coat the chicken and set aside for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, stock, chili garlic sauce and sugar. Stir to combine and set aside until ready to use. Place a wok over high heat and add the vegetable oil to the pan. Swirl the wok to be sure to coat well with the oil. Add the ginger, garlic, green onions, dried chilies and jalapenos to the wok.
  • Cook, stirring often until the garlic is fragrant and the chilies begin to brown, about 20 to 30 seconds. Add the chicken, bell peppers and onions to the pan and stir-fry until the chicken is no longer pink, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the sauce to the pan and bring to a boil, being sure to toss well in order to coat all the chicken and vegetables evenly, about 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle the sesame seeds, sesame oil and cilantro into the pan and toss to combine. Remove from the heat and serve on a platter with steamed white rice.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN AND NOODLES



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Delicious chicken, broccoli and linguine tossed in a teriyaki sauce.

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (13.25 ounce) package linguine noodles
2 Tablespoons butter
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-size pieces)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion (diced)
2 green bell peppers (diced)
1 3/4 cups teriyaki sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups broccoli florets (steamed)

Steps:

  • Cook the linguine noodles according to the directions on the package.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the chicken and cook until chicken turns white and is no longer pink on the inside (takes about 8-10 minutes).
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and bell pepper and saute until soft (about 8 minutes).
  • Once the vegetables are done, add the cooked chicken back to the skillet.
  • Add in the sauce, minced garlic and paprika. Stir well. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook for 5-8 more minutes, or until marinade is thoroughly heated and slightly thickened.
  • Fold in steamed broccoli.
  • When linguine is done cooking drain the water and then add noodles into the chicken/sauce mixture.
  • Stir to combine and serve.

SICHUAN HOT CHICKEN TENDERS



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A popular dish at a fast-casual chain restaurant, hot Sichuan chicken is trending all over the US, it's a thing! It's fried crispy, no sticky sauce, and no forks required. Seriously, you'll find that the taste lingers on the tip of your tongue, it's different. Enjoy with an ice-cold Asian beer!

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenders
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorn powder
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
1 ¼ cups panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
  • Stir together Sichuan peppercorn powder, 1 teaspoon salt, cayenne, and paprika in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Pour flour in a shallow bowl. Stir together eggs and water in a second bowl. Mix bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in the third bowl.
  • Dredge chicken tenders in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip tenders in the egg mixture, and then in the bread crumb mixture to coat. Place on a plate and set aside.
  • Heat about 1/2-inch vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat until oil has a temperature of 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry chicken tenders in batches, flipping as needed, until they're golden brown on all sides and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Check oil temperature in between batches so make sure it's back up to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) before frying the next batch.
  • As soon as each batch is fried, immediately season chicken tenders with Sichuan powder mixture on both sides to suit your taste; the more, the spicier.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 157.6 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 879.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of chili peppers to your taste.
  • If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet or Dutch oven instead.
  • Be sure to heat the oil until it is very hot before adding the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Stir-fry the chicken until it is cooked through but still tender.
  • Add the vegetables and cook until they are crisp-tender.
  • Stir in the sauce and cook until it is heated through.
  • Serve the chicken with rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Sichuan Chicken with Chilies is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and spicy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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