Szechuan Chicken with Peppers

Szechuan Chicken with Peppers is a vibrant and spicy dish that combines tender chicken pieces with colorful bell peppers, all tossed in a fragrant Szechuan sauce. Perfect for a fulfilling lunch, this Halal dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its bold flavors and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Yellow bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Chili sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine diced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add Szechuan peppercorns and fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly golden.
4. Add minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
5. Add the sliced bell peppers and chili sauce to the pan. Stir-fry for an additional 5 minutes until the peppers are tender but still crisp.
6. Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and toss well to combine.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from bell peppers, promoting overall health.

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