Sichuan Style Stir Fried Chicken
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Sichuan Style Stir Fried Chicken

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Sichuan Style Stir Fried Chicken

About This Recipe

This bold and flavorful stir-fried chicken dish is a fiery delight that brings the authentic taste of Sichuan cuisine to your kitchen. Tender chicken thigh chunks are marinated for maximum juiciness, then wok-fried to perfection with aromatic garlic, ginger, spicy chili segments, and numbing Sichuan peppercorns. The high-heat cooking method creates a deliciously charred exterior while keeping the meat succulent inside. What makes this recipe special is the perfect balance of heat and fragrance—the chilies deliver a punch of spice, while the Sichuan peppercorns add their signature tingling sensation. Simple yet packed with layers of flavor, this dish is ideal for spice lovers who crave restaurant-quality stir-fry at home. Serve it steaming hot for an unforgettable meal that’s quick to prepare but bursting with authentic Sichuan character.

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • chicken thighs 300g
The aromatics
  • garlic 3 cloves (about 15g)
  • ginger 1 tbsp minced (about 10g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • chili segments 2-3 pieces (about 10g)
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp (about 5g)

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Cut the chicken thighs into large chunks, slightly larger than those used for Kung Pao chicken.
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Step 2
Marinate the chicken chunks in a simple seasoning mixture for a while, and prepare the ingredients at the same time.
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Step 3
Heat a wok over high heat, add an appropriate amount of oil, as the chicken itself will release oil and moisture during cooking, then add garlic, ginger, chili segments, and Sichuan peppercorns, and stir-fry until fragrant. Pour in the chicken chunks and continuously stir-fry until the surface of the chicken is slightly charred.

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