Szechuan chicken and peppers is a flavorful and spicy dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This popular Chinese dish is made with tender chicken, crunchy peppers, and a variety of aromatic spices. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors creates a unique and unforgettable taste experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect Szechuan chicken and peppers dish, exploring variations, and providing tips for perfecting the flavors. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delightful Szechuan delicacy.
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SPICY SZECHUAN CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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!
SZECHUAN CHICKEN, PEPPERS, AND PEAS ON RICE
Chicken is stir-fried with red bell pepper and sugar snap peas and served over rice in this Szechuan-inspired dish perfect for a weeknight.
Provided by Julie Hubert
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place rice in a saucepan and cover with water. Mix with your fingers until water is cloudy; drain. Repeat once more. Add 1 1/2 cup water and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and uncover.
- Mix remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, chicken breasts, and cornstarch together in a bowl.
- Set a wok or large skillet over high heat and add oil. Add chicken, sugar snap peas, and red bell pepper. Cook, without stirring, for 1 minute. Stir or toss until chicken is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
- Whisk soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, sugar, and chili garlic sauce together in a bowl. Pour into the wok. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Divide rice among 4 plates. Top with chicken and sauce. Garnish with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 555.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.3 g, Cholesterol 73.2 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 1491.3 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
SZECHUAN SKILLET CHICKEN
My whole family loves this Szechuan chicken. My husband prefers it without peppers, but he is happy to let others have his! I use the ginger paste that comes in a tube and pre-shredded carrots to save time. -Christine Snyder, Boulder, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix first 6 ingredients until smooth. Cut peppers and carrots into matchsticks., In a large skillet, cook cashews over low heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally, 1-2 minutes. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry chicken until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry peppers and carrots 4 minutes. Add green onions and ginger; cook and stir 1 minute., Return chicken to skillet. Stir cornstarch mixture; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cashews. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 845mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
SICHUAN PEPPER CHICKEN
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
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.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and prevent scrambling during the cooking process.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and flavorful spices.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your taste: If you like things spicier, add more chili peppers. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of chili peppers or omit them altogether.
- Pay attention to the cooking times: Overcooking chicken will make it tough and dry. Undercooking it can make it unsafe to eat. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish your dish before serving: A simple garnish can make your dish look more appealing and inviting. Try sprinkling some chopped green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds on top.
Conclusion:
Szechuan chicken and peppers is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your taste. Serve it over rice or noodles, or wrap it in a tortilla for a tasty and satisfying meal.
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