Szechuan Style Chicken and Broccoli

Szechuan Style Chicken and Broccoli is a fiery and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with crisp broccoli in a spicy, savory sauce. This Kosher Chinese dinner is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight meals.

Ingredients

• Boneless skinless chicken breast - 250 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Broccoli florets - 150 grams
• Soy sauce (Kosher) - 3 tablespoons
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions - 2, chopped for garnish
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Rice (cooked) - 1 cup, for serving

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes to create a marinade. Add the chicken pieces and let marinate for 10 minutes.
2. While the chicken is marinating, steam the broccoli florets in a separate pot for about 5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the Szechuan peppercorns and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
5. Add the steamed broccoli to the skillet, stirring to combine and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Drizzle the sesame oil over the chicken and broccoli mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
7. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 430
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Broccoli is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, promoting overall health.

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