Ten Minute Szechuan Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 pound, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Rice wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
• Chinese five-spice powder: 1 teaspoon
• Ground ginger: 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes: 1/4 teaspoon
• Szechuan sauce: 1/4 cup
• Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
• Water: 2 tablespoons
• Green onions: 4, sliced
• Roasted peanuts: 1/4 cup

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, five-spice powder, ginger, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the Szechuan sauce, cornstarch, and water.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
4. Add the Szechuan sauce mixture and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
5. Stir in the green onions and peanuts and serve over rice.

Nutritional Information:

• Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy chicken
• Bold and flavorful Szechuan sauce
• Crunchy green onions and peanuts
• Quick and easy to make

User Comments:

• "This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I love the spicy Szechuan sauce." - Lisa
• "The chicken is so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again." - Jim
• "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal." - Sarah

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use a Szechuan sauce that is suitable for American taste. If you want a spicier dish, you can add more red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• If you don't have Szechuan sauce, you can substitute a combination of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and Sriracha.
• If you don't have cornstarch, you can substitute arrowroot powder or tapioca starch.