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Sichuan Style Chicken

Sichuan Style Chicken

A spicy and flavorful Sichuan style chicken dish with bold numbing heat and a perfect balance of savory and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns lightly crushed
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1.5 tbsp chili paste adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
  • 4 stalks green onions chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat, add Sichuan peppercorns and toast until fragrant, then remove peppercorns from oil.
  • Add garlic and ginger to the oil and stir fry for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  • Add chicken pieces and stir fry until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

This dish is best served immediately with steamed white rice to balance out the bold flavors.