SZECHUAN-STYLE STIR FRY CHICKEN WITH PEANUTS

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This recipe is out of Cooking Light magazine. It is very much like Kung Pao chicken. I have played with this recipe a lot. I like to add veggies and usually turn the heat level up a bit. This recipe is habit forming!

Provided by AZRT8871

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sake
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1/2 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 tablespoons sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sake
1 tablespoon chinese black vinegar or 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons minced green onions
1 1/2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 7 cloves)
1 teaspoon chili paste with garlic
1 1/2 cups drained sliced water chestnuts
sliced green onion top
3/4 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts
6 cups hot cooked long-grain rice

Steps:

  • To prepare marinade, combine first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl; cover and chill 20 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken mixture; stir-fry 4 minutes or until chicken is done.
  • Remove from pan; set aside.
  • To prepare sauce, combine broth and next 6 ingredients (broth through 1 teaspoon sesame oil); stir well with a whisk.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in pan.
  • Add 2 tablespoons green onions, ginger, garlic, and chili paste, and stir-fry for 15 seconds.
  • Add broth mixture, and cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in cooked chicken, water chestnuts, sliced onion tops, and peanuts; cook for 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
  • Serve over rice.

alex Slater
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the whole family loves it.


Hakeem
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but I was able to enjoy this dish by omitting the chili peppers. The chicken was still very flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.


Afsar Sumi
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for.


Michael Lawrence
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The Szechuan sauce is amazing, and the peanuts add a nice touch.


Tj Bj
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken in the fridge, and it worked perfectly in this dish.


Mark Wisniewski
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Atike Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The chicken was a bit tough, and the sauce was too salty.


Arthur Dinara
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This is one of the best Szechuan-style dishes I've ever had. The chicken is incredibly tender, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I highly recommend this recipe!


Avishek Gautam
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This dish is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I can see how others would enjoy it. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is very flavorful.


Neveen emad Emad
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I'm not a huge fan of peanuts, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they worked in this dish. They added a nice crunch and flavor without being overpowering.


ahmed mokhtar
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a truly amazing meal.


Saroj Rimal
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mohamed Fayez
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The chicken was a bit dry for my taste, but the sauce was excellent. I'll try again with a different cut of chicken next time.


AA 4lifer
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can have a restaurant-quality meal at home in just 30 minutes.


Prince Roy
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I'm not usually a fan of Szechuan-style dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken is incredibly tender, and the sauce is flavorful without being overpowering. I'll definitely be making this again!


Shahzain Ansari
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Wow, this dish is a winner! The chicken is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of peanuts, which gives the dish a nice textural contrast.


Lois Brown
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This Szechuan-style stir-fry chicken with peanuts is a flavor explosion in my mouth! The chicken is incredibly tender and juicy, while the peanuts add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. The sauce is perfectly balanced, with just the right amount o