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30 Minute Szechuan Chicken

30 Minute Szechuan Chicken
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30 Minute Szechuan Chicken is your ticket to a vibrant culinary adventure that bursts with flavor in just half an hour. This quick and easy dish features tender chicken pieces stir-fried to perfection, enveloped in a spicy, tangy sauce complemented by colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices. The delightful crunch from the crispy chicken combined with the rich umami of soy sauce and the zesty kick of Sichuan peppercorns creates a mouthwatering experience that rivals any takeout meal. Whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish will impress everyone at your table and leave them craving more!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple vinegar (Shaoxing or rice vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon black rice vinegar (or rice vinegar)
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, cubed
  • 1 small green bell pepper, cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger piece, sliced
  • 5 dried red chilies, deseeded and cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
  2. Marinate the chicken in half of the soy sauce mixture for about 10 minutes.
  3. Coat marinated chicken with cornstarch.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok; fry chicken until golden brown, then set aside.
  5. Stir-fry onions, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, and chilies in the same wok until fragrant.
  6. Add the fried chicken back to the wok along with the remaining sauce mixture; stir to coat evenly for about a minute.
  7. Serve hot over rice or quinoa.

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