How to make Szechuan chicken my way 🦢

schezwan sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili paste

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Homemade chili paste can reduce sodium and preservatives.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen vegetables can be more cost-effective and last longer.

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Marinate chicken with soy sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch for 15 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated chicken and stir-fry until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, and onion; stir-fry until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Return chicken to the skillet and add schezwan sauce; mix well to coat.

Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

Drizzle sesame oil over the top and toss to combine.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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