Stir-Fried Szechuan Chicken with Chili and Garlic

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Spicy and savory chicken stir-fried with Szechuan peppercorns, garlic, and fresh chili peppers for a bold, tongue-tingling flavor. This Chinese recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless chicken thighs into 1-inch strips and toss with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, and 2 tsp cornstarch. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tsp Szechuan peppercorns and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 6 halved dried red chili peppers (seeds removed), and 1 tbsp minced ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Add the marinated chicken pieces and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, tossing frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and edges begin to brown.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  6. Step 6: Toss in 3 chopped green onions and 1 tsp sesame oil, stir briefly, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

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