Best 20 Szechuan Chicken Recipes

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**Szechuan Chicken: A Culinary Symphony of Bold Flavors and Aromatic Delights**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey to the heart of Sichuan cuisine with our curated collection of Szechuan chicken recipes. These delectable dishes are a symphony of bold flavors, aromatic spices, and lip-smacking heat that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From the classic Kung Pao Chicken and the fiery Szechuan Dry Chicken to the savory Szechuan Chicken with Garlic Sauce and the fragrant Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry, our recipes offer a diverse range of options to suit every palate. Whether you're a seasoned Szechuan enthusiast or a novice explorer of this vibrant cuisine, these recipes will guide you in creating authentic and memorable Szechuan chicken dishes that will transport you to the bustling streets of Chengdu and Chongqing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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!

TEN MINUTE SZECHUAN CHICKEN



Ten Minute Szechuan Chicken image

A simple, quick recipe for Szechuan-style chicken with basic ingredients. This is usually served over white rice.

Provided by PUSATERI

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 ½ tablespoons white wine vinegar
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon white sugar
3 green onions, sliced diagonally into 1/2 inch pieces
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place the chicken and cornstarch into a bag or bowl, and toss to coat. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces and garlic, stirring constantly until lightly browned. Stir in the soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and water. Cover, and cook until the chicken pieces are no longer pink inside, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the green onion, and cayenne pepper, cook uncovered for about 2 more minutes. Serve over white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 744.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 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.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN AND NOODLES



Szechuan Chicken and Noodles image

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.

SZECHUAN SKILLET CHICKEN



Szechuan Skillet Chicken image

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

1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sherry
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 small sweet red pepper
1 small green pepper
2 medium carrots
1 cup coarsely chopped cashews
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
4-1/2 cups hot cooked rice

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.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN LIVERS



Szechuan Chicken Livers image

This is a very versatile recipe. Instead of serving the livers over rice or pasta make crepes and fill them with these tasty livers. Another idea make an omelet and fold in the livers as your flavor accent. Or have them as a side dish on a buffet table. I haven't made this recipe for years - it is one of my earlier postings and I found that there were a few things that needed clarification so I have made some corrections

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 6 Servings if used in crepes or omelets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil (separated)
4 tablespoons flour
1 lb fresh chicken liver, trimmed, halved and dusted with flour
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons brandy (I use brandy) or 3 tablespoons madeira wine (I use brandy)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (284 ml) can beef broth
3 tablespoons szechuan chili sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet.
  • Saute Mushrooms, medium heat until they start to turn golden and release their moisture. remove to a bowl.
  • Add 2 tbsp oil to skillet.
  • Saute livers using a fairly high heat to brown the outer edges and absorb the mushroom juice. They will not be fully cooked at this time, remove livers to the bowl with the mushrooms.
  • Brown onions, remove and place in the bowl with the liver etc.
  • Mix together the cornstarch, beef broth, chili sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture, reduce heat.
  • Stir until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
  • Add liver, mushrooms, onions and brandy.
  • Stir and cook for approximated 4 minutes or until the liver is cooked and everything is heated through.
  • Do not overcook the livers.
  • Serve over rice or pasta.

SZECHUAN-STYLE STIR FRY CHICKEN WITH PEANUTS



Szechuan-Style Stir Fry Chicken With Peanuts image

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.

SCHEZWAN OR SZECHUAN SPICY HOT CHICKEN



Schezwan or Szechuan Spicy Hot Chicken image

After sifting thru several recipes and much trial and error, I created my own version of restaurant quality Schezwan Chicken, w/the help of a bottle or two. Beware! It's S-P-I-C-Y!

Provided by Tallie in Pacific NW

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 -2 teaspoon peanut oil
1 yellow sweet onion, sliced
14 -16 dried red chili peppers
2/3 cup house of tsang szechuan spicy stir-fry sauce
3 tablespoons heavenly chef hunan red chili sauce
2 bunches scallions, cut into 1 1/2 in pieces
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups instant rice
2 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • Heat oil on high in a skillet or wok.
  • Add chicken and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  • Add yellow onion and red chili peppers; continue to cook on high for additional 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
  • Add Tsang Schezuan Spicy Stir-Fry Sauce and Heavenly Chef Hunan Red Chili Sauce and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add scallions and ground black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Serve over white or brown rice.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN WITH CASHEW NUTS



Szechuan Chicken With Cashew Nuts image

Typically Chinese in origin, this dish has also been served as Thai and Singaporean fare in a lot of restaurants worldwide. A lot or recipes online produce a pale-looking and bland finished product. This recipe is restaurant-grade. The secret is the hoisin sauce, which adds seasoning and a certain degree of sweetness to the dish. There are two different varieties of chili peppers used- the traditional hot pepper, which introduces the spicy Schezuan character of the dish, and the long, dried, semi-spicy, semi-sweet pepper (sorry about the description, but do not confuse this with green pepper), which adds spice and some sweetness. The chicken is fried with the skin to add flavor, and is cooked independently . This retains the crunchiness of the chicken pieces even after cooking.

Provided by mfores1

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 ounces chicken breasts, preferably with skin on
1 egg, for egg white
1 teaspoon cornstarch
salt and pepper
dried chili, long (not too spicy, Mexican variety)
3 -5 dried hot red chilies
1/4 cup sliced spring onion (inch-long longitudinal slices)
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 cup cashew nuts, whole
3 tablespoons sake (can use 2 tablespoons of dry) or 3 tablespoons rice wine (can use 2 tablespoons of dry)
sherry wine
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar or 1 teaspoon fish vinegar
4 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce

Steps:

  • Dice the chicken breast into ½ inch pieces, dip each piece in egg white, then in cornstarch mixed with a pinch of salt. Fry the chicken pieces in a wok with heated oil until golden brown. Drain the fried pieces of chicken and set aside.
  • Fry the cashew nuts in moderately-hot oil until lightly brown and crunchy. Canned or packed cashew nuts will do.
  • Slice the long dried peppers into small circumferential pieces, and chop the hot red peppers into finer pieces.
  • In a separate small bowl, mix the soy sauce, salt, sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons of oil in a wok, add the chopped garlic, all of the sliced red peppers, the spring onions. ~Stir fry for 3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and the cashew nuts.
  • Pour the contents of the small bowl containing the mixed sauce - soy sauce, sesame oil, etc. (step number 4). Add the rice wine.
  • Add 3 tablespoons of the Hoisin sauce, and stir fry over high heat for another 2 minutes, then serve.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN NOODLE TOSS



Szechuan Chicken Noodle Toss image

"My family loves Chinese food," says Carol Roane, Sarasota, Florida, "so I came up with this quick-and-easy recipe for leftover chicken, pork or beef."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 quarts water
6 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti
1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend
1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/3 cup stir-fry sauce
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add spaghetti; cook for 4 minutes. Add vegetables; cook 3-4 minutes longer or until spaghetti and vegetables are tender. Drain. Toss with butter; set aside and keep warm. , In a nonstick skillet, stir-fry the chicken, garlic and red pepper flakes in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add stir-fry sauce; heat through. Add onions and spaghetti mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 831mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SZECHUAN FRIED CHICKEN



Szechuan Fried Chicken image

Make and share this Szechuan Fried Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by acid.

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 teaspoons Chinese wine or 2 teaspoons dry sherry
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder, extra
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1/2 cup oil (for frying)
3 -12 dried red chilies, seeded
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ginger, finely chopped
4 scallions, chopped in 2 inch lengths

Steps:

  • Cut meat into bite-size pieces.
  • Mix cornstarch, salt, and five spice powder, and toss chicken pieces to dust.
  • Mix stock, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, vineger, wine, five spice powder, and pepper together.
  • Mix cornstarch and cold water.
  • Heat oil very hot.
  • Add 1/3 of the chicken pieces, and fry on high heat to brown all over.
  • Repeat until all chicken is cooked, draining each batch on absorbent paper.
  • Pour off all but 2 tbs.
  • of oil.
  • Add chiles, garlic, and ginger, and stir fry until garlic is golden.
  • Add scallions and toss for a few seconds.
  • Add stock mixture and bring to a boil.
  • Stir cornstarch mixture and add; stir until thickened.
  • Add chicken and toss to heat through.

10 MINUTE SZECHUAN CHICKEN



10 Minute Szechuan Chicken image

This is a very simple recipe that produces stunning results. Szechuan cooking is usually pretty spicy, but this recipe is surprisingly mild. I like to jack it up a bit with some hot sauce, but my family doesn't like spicy food, so I do my own at the table.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon corn oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1/2 red bell pepper, julienned
1 carrot, julienned
1 small zucchini, julienned
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 bunch scallion, cut diagonally in 1-inch pieces
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Heat the oils in a wok over high heat.
  • Toss the cubed chicken breast in a bowl with the cornstarch to coat.
  • Add the chicken and minced garlic to the wok and stir-fry until the chicken is lightly browned.
  • Add the remaining ingredients except the scallions.
  • Cover and cook for three minutes.
  • Add the scallions.
  • Cover and cook for two more minutes.
  • Serve with hot, cooked rice or fried rice.

10 MINUTE SZECHUAN CHICKEN



10 Minute Szechuan Chicken image

Fast and easy is a requirement in my house! (Updated April 16, 2006 to fix the order of the ingredients. I also took out the quantity for the oil so that the nutritional information is a little more accurate now.)

Provided by Saturn

Categories     Chinese

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 -3 garlic clove, minced (to taste)
5 tablespoons soya sauce (low salt works)
1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine or 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup water
6 green onions, cut into 1 inch pieces
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (to taste)
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into 1 1/2 inch cubes.
  • Lightly toss with cornstarch in bag to coat.
  • Heat oil in skillet or wok; stir-fry chicken and garlic until lightly browned.
  • Add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and water.
  • Cover and cook 3 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Add green onions and cayenne; cook uncovered about 2 minutes longer.
  • Serve over white rice with a side salad for a complete meal.

BEER BRAISED SZECHUAN CHICKEN WINGS



Beer Braised Szechuan Chicken Wings image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds chicken wings
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns, dry toasted until fragrant
5 dried red chiles, crushed
1 bunch scallions, whites sliced thinly across, greens in 2-inch pieces
1 star anise
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 bottles ale beer, such as Bass or Sam Adams Summer Ale
4 tablespoons butter
50/50 cornstarch-all-purpose flour mixture, for dusting
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, combine the wings, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, five-spice, Szechuan peppercorns, dried chiles, scallion greens (reserve the sliced whites for garnish) and star anise. Mix all of the ingredients until well combined. You may marinate the wings overnight for a deeper flavor, if you wish.
  • Add the rice vinegar and beer to the pot. Bring the pot up to a boil over high heat, and then lower the heat to a rolling simmer. Braise the wings, uncovered, until they are tender, about 1 hour. Remove the wings from the braise to a sheet tray and refrigerate until cold.
  • Reduce the braise over medium heat until the consistency can thinly coat the back of a spoon. Strain the braising liquid through a fine mesh sieve, discarding the solids. Whisk in the butter to the glaze. Check for seasoning.
  • Preheat the deep-frying oil in a large pot to 375 degrees F.
  • Pat the chilled chicken wings dry, and then toss to coat in the cornstarch-flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  • Deep-fry the wings in small batches, being careful to not overcrowd the pot, until dark brown and crispy, about 3 minutes. Drain the wings from the oil into a large bowl, adding the spicy beer glaze and tossing until well coated. Serve the wings hot garnished with the sliced scallion whites.

SPICY SZECHUAN ORANGE CHICKEN - WW



Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken - WW image

From Weight Watchers --282 Cal., 7 g total fat, 1 g. sat fat, 0 g trans fat, 63 mg. chol., 304 mg. Sod., 28 g. carb., 6 g sugar, 4 g. fiber, 28 g. prot., 72 mg. Calc.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup brown rice (quick cooking)
1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips (boneless, skinless)
2 teaspoons orange zest (finely grated)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (plus 2 tsp.)
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup orange juice
1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil (dark)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 bunch broccoli, cut into florets (3 cups)
2 carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  • Meanwhile, combine chicken, orange zest, 1 tablespoons cornstarch and 1 tablespoons soy sauce in a large bowl and toss to coat. Combine orange juice, broth, honey, sesame oil, pepper flakes, remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch and remaining 1 tablespoons soy sauce in small bowl.
  • Heat 1 teaspoons canola oil in wok or large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until very hot. Add chicken and stir fry until lightly browned, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Return skillet to heat and add remaining 1 teaspoons canola oil. Add ginger and garlic; stir fry until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Stir in broccoli and carrots and stir fry until broccoli is bright green, about 2 minutes. Pour in orange juice mixture; bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Add chicken and cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Divide chicken mixture and rice among 4 plates.

SZECHUAN PEPPERCORN CHICKEN



Szechuan Peppercorn Chicken image

Szechuan peppercorns have a bitter, sweet chili taste and that is what makes their cooking so unique. This is a surprisingly tasty dish great for lunch. Serve cold or at room temerature. Great for using left over chicken. As pointed out in one review be careful with the amount of salt salt as the Soy sauce is very salty in itself.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons szechuan peppercorns
2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon chicken stock
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 1/2 lbs cooked shredded chicken

Steps:

  • Remove seeds from peppercorns (good quality peppercorns have no seeds or only one or two), discard seeds and crush the peppercorns.
  • Mix remaining ingredients (except lettuce& chicken).
  • Place lettuce on a serving plate and arrange the chicken on it& pour over the sauce.

FRIED CHICKEN (SZECHUAN STYLE)



Fried Chicken (Szechuan Style) image

I have been cooking this for years and usually serve with fried rice. It is important that you have everything measured out and ready to go.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

500 g skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 teaspoons dry sherry (or rice wine)
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder (extra)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
2 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch)
1 tablespoon water
oil (for frying, we use a deep fryer)
1 tablespoon oil
3 -4 chilies (seeded and finely sliced)
2 garlic cloves (minced or finely sliced)
2 teaspoons ginger (grated or finely sliced)

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into bite size pieces and put to one side.
  • Mix cornflour, five spice powder and salt together and put to one side.
  • Heat up your oil.
  • Mix stock, sugar, vinegar, dry sherry, five spice powder and pepper in a jug or bowl.
  • In a small bowl/container mix the second lot of cornflour and the water.
  • Coat chicken with the cornflour salt mix (we do it in 2 or 3 batches for if left for any length of time the chicken will stick together and be awkward to handle).
  • Deep fry in batches and then drain on paper towel and then transfer to an oven proof dish and keep warm in a low heat oven.
  • When all chicken is cooked keep warm to one side.
  • Heat tablespoon oil in a wok or large frypan/skillet and add chillies, garlic and ginger and stir fry for minute or until fragrant.
  • Add stock mix and bring to the boil and then add cornflour water mix and stir until thickened.
  • Put cooked chicken into the sauce and stir to coat and fully heat through.
  • Serve with rice or we prefer fried rice.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN WINGS



Szechuan Chicken Wings image

"After tasting this easy chicken dish, my friend begged for the recipe. It's so addicting!" This one's great for parties or served with rice for dinner. Senon Ray Posadas - Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
3 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Szechuan chili sauce
2-1/2 pounds whole chicken wings
1 cup self-rising flour
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, sugar, water, garlic, lemon juice and chili sauce; set aside. , Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip sections. Place flour in another large resealable plastic bag; add chicken wings, a few at a time, and shake to coat. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, for 8 minutes or until golden brown and juices run clear, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Add chicken to soy sauce mixture, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 28g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 1673mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHICKEN, MEIN, AND VEGETABLES IN CREAMY SZECHUAN DRESSING



Chicken, Mein, and Vegetables in Creamy Szechuan Dressing image

A great crowd pleaser, perfect for Superbowl Sunday. It is light, crunchy, spicy and different from other pasta salads. I've used this recipe for surprise birthday parties to baby showers to summer barbecues. I got this from Cold Pasta by James McNair. DON'T BE PUT OFF BY THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS. Please read through entire recipe for garnishes not listed in ingredients. Enjoy.

Provided by thistleridge

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb angel hair pasta
3/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 cups mayonnaise
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1/4 cup sesame oil
1 lb chicken breast (poached or grilled)
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1 red pepper, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, peeled & coarsely chopped
8 ounces bamboo shoots, drained
6 ounces miniature corn cobs, sliced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lb snow peas, julienned

Steps:

  • Cut cooked chicken into bite sized pieces.
  • Cook noodles until al dente. Drain and toss with 1/2°C soy sauce and peanut oil.
  • In a separate bowl combine mayo, mustard, sesame oil and remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce and ***chili oil to taste or hot sauce. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Add chicken, green onion, carrots, sweet red pepper, bamboo shoots, miniature corn, and chopped cilantro to noodles. Mix gently.
  • Add reserved mayo mixture and blend well.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, preferably overnight.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, remove from fridge and toss in julienned snow peas, adding a little extra soy and peanut oil or mayo if the noodles seem dry.
  • Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds.

SZECHUAN CHICKEN WITH PEANUTS 6 WW PTS



Szechuan Chicken With Peanuts 6 Ww Pts image

I've made this several times and we really enjoy it. I believe it came from a Weight Watchers cookbook, but I can't quite remember. It has 6 WW points, if you are following that program. Even if you're not, it's great, and I think even better than what you'd get in a restaurant. My husband, who is definitely anti-diet food anything, really likes it.

Provided by AndreaVT96

Categories     Asian

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon minced peeled gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken, 1 TBSP of the hoisin sauce and 1 TBSP of the cornstarch in a bowl. Toss to coat and set aside.
  • Combine remaining 2 TBSP hoisin sauce, 1 TBSP cornstarch and the chicken broth, rice vinegar, sugar and chili garlic sauce and set aside.
  • Heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add oil. Then add chicken. Stir fry until almost done, 2-3 minutes.
  • Add ginger and garlic, stir-fry about 15 seconds.
  • Add pepper, carrots and peanuts. Stir-fry until crisp-tender about 2 minutes.
  • Add hoisin sauce mixture and cook, stirring constantly until it boils and thickens and chicken is done (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Serve with rice, if desired.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Choose the Right Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for this recipe. If you use chicken breasts, slice them into thin strips before cooking.
  • Marinate the Chicken: Marinating the chicken in the soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch mixture for at least 30 minutes will help to tenderize it and add flavor.
  • Use a Wok or Large Skillet: A wok or large skillet is the best option for cooking this dish. It will allow you to easily stir-fry the chicken and vegetables.
  • Cook the Chicken in Batches: If you are using a large amount of chicken, cook it in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
  • Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add the vegetables to the wok or skillet and stir-fry until they are tender-crisp. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the Sauce: Once the vegetables are cooked, add the sauce mixture to the wok or skillet. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the Chicken: Add the cooked chicken to the wok or skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through.
  • Serve Immediately: Serve the Szechuan chicken immediately over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This Szechuan chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is spicy and tangy. Serve it over rice or noodles, and you have a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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