Best 4 Szechuan Chicken With Cashew Nuts Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Sichuan cuisine! Our Szechuan Chicken with Cashew Nuts recipe is a symphony of bold, spicy, and aromatic flavors that will leave you craving more. This delectable dish features tender chicken morsels, crunchy cashew nuts, and a tantalizing sauce made with a blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil. The result is an irresistible balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes that will awaken your senses.

In addition to the Szechuan Chicken with Cashew Nuts, our article offers a diverse collection of other tantalizing recipes to satisfy your cravings for authentic Sichuan cuisine. From the classic Kung Pao Chicken, with its fiery and tangy sauce, to the aromatic and flavorful Mapo Tofu, made with soft tofu and a spicy sauce, our recipes capture the essence of this vibrant culinary tradition.

Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create these delectable dishes with ease. Whether you're a seasoned Sichuan food enthusiast or new to this exciting cuisine, our article has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Sichuan province.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SICHUAN CASHEW CHICKEN



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Dinner ready in 30 minutes. Enjoy this delicious chicken with vegetables and noodles - a wonderful meal sprinkled with cashew.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 tablespoon chili or vegetable oil
1 bag (1 pound) frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts (or other combination)
1/3 cup stir-fry sauce
Hot cooked noodles or rice, if desired
1/4 cup cashew halves, if desired

Steps:

  • Remove fat from chicken. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut. Remove chicken from skillet; keep warm.
  • Add vegetables to skillet; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in stir- fry sauce; cook and stir about 30 seconds or until heated through.
  • Cut chicken into 1-inch diagonal slices. Serve chicken with vegetables and noodles. Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1020 mg

SZECHUAN SKILLET CHICKEN



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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 RECIPE



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Easy Szechuan Chicken Recipe with crispy coated chicken tossed with vegetables, dry chillies, Sichuan peppercorns and flavourful seasonings.

Provided by Khin

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 20

500 g Chicken thigh (boneless skinless ( cut into bite-size cubes ))
1 Onion (cut small dices)
1 Bell pepper (cut small squares)
1 tbsp Garlic (finely chopped)
1 tbsp Ginger (cut into thin strips)
3 Spring onion (cut into 1" pieces)
1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns (toasted and grinded into fine coarse, see in note)
8 Dried red chilli (deseeded and cut into 1cm pieces, details in note)
1 tbsp Sesame seeds
2 tbsp Oil (for stir fry)
Oil for shallow frying (add 1 - 1½ cup of oil according to your pan size)
2 tsp Sugar
1 tbsp Shao Xing wine (Chinese cooking rice wine, see details in note)
1 tbsp Soy sauce
¼ tsp Black pepper powder
½ tsp Baking soda
1 tbsp Sugar
1 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Shao Xing wine
1 tsp Sesame oil

Steps:

  • First marinade the chicken with sugar, soy sauce, Shao Xing wine, black pepper, baking soda and corn starch. Mix it well to combine evenly and set aside for 15 minutes and prepare the vegetables.
  • To shallow fry the chicken pieces, heat the wok/pan into high heat about 350°F, add oil about 1" high. Add the chicken pieces and fry for 5-6 minutes until crispy golden brown by turning sides. Then remove from oil and set it aside.
  • Leave 2 tablespoon of oil in the wok, add chopped onions and stir fry few seconds with medium-high heat. Then follow with the dried chilli and continue stir fry for another 1 minute.
  • Add chopped garlic,, ginger and stir for few seconds, then follow with the crushed Sichuan peppercorns and toss well with other ingredients.
  • Place the fried chicken back in, pour the soy sauce, Shao Xing wine, sesame oil and sugar. Combine well with everything.
  • Turn off the heat and add spring onions and sesame seeds. Toss well and transfer to serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Sodium 744 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 21 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TEN MINUTE SZECHUAN CHICKEN



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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

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use a Wok: If you have one, a wok is the best pan to use for this recipe. It allows you to cook the chicken and vegetables quickly and evenly.
  • Marinate the Chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch will help it to tenderize and add flavor.
  • Cook the Chicken in Batches: If you're cooking a lot of chicken, cook it in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
  • Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your dish the best flavor. If you can, try to use organic vegetables.
  • Stir-Fry Quickly: Stir-fries are cooked quickly over high heat. Be sure to stir the ingredients constantly to prevent them from burning.
  • Serve Immediately: Stir-fries are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will help to preserve the flavor and texture of the dish.

Conclusion:

This Szechuan chicken with cashew nuts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the vegetables are crisp and colorful, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. Serve this dish over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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