Description
Enjoy the fiery flavors of Chongqing with this Authentic Chongqing Spicy Chicken recipe. Tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a kick of heat create a dish that’s sure to excite your taste buds. Serve it with steamed white rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Stir-Fry:
- 1/2 cup dried red chilies (cut into halves, seeds shaken out for milder heat)
- 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger (minced)
- 3 green onions (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken with Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, salt, and cornstarch. Marinate for 20–30 minutes.
- Stir-Fry: Heat oil in a wok, add chicken, stir-fry until golden. Push chicken aside, add chilies and peppercorns, then garlic, ginger, and green onions. Sprinkle with sugar, sesame oil, and serve.
Notes
- For authentic flavor, keep the dried chilies whole for aroma and spice infusion.
- Adjust chili amount based on heat preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes plus marinating time
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese (Sichuan)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
