A delicious and flavorful spicy Szechuan chicken and noodle salad.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 2 tbsp Szechuan sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 ounces rice noodles cooked according to package instructions
- 1/2 cup carrots shredded
- 1/2 cup cucumbers sliced
- 1/4 cup Green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/4 cup peanuts chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch. Add chicken and toss to coat. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together Szechuan sauce and rice vinegar. Pour over chicken and stir to coat.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice noodles, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, green onions, and cilantro.
- Add chicken mixture to the bowl and toss to combine.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gFiber: 4g
Yum! 😋 Love it!
Not spicy enough for me! I added some chili flakes and it was better. But overall good!
I was skeptical about using Szechuan sauce but it turned out amazing! Spicy and fresh, loved it!
Found it a bit salty, maybe cut down on the soy sauce next time? Still, loved the crunch from the peanuts!
Really good meal! I added some bell peppers and it turned out great. Will make again!
Really easy to follow instructions! I’m no chef, but I managed to make this with my 10-year-old. We both had fun!
Sorry, but this did not work for me. The chicken turned out tough and the noodles were mushy. Disappointed.
YUMMY! I could eat this every day! The peanuts on top are the best part.
This was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were so good, but I did add some extra veggies. Will make again!
Wowzer! This dish is FIRE! 🔥 The best salad I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommend!
Tried this but I didn’t have cornstarch so I used flour. Didn’t work well. I’m not a chef, so maybe it was just me?
Don’t worry, using flour instead of cornstarch can really change the texture. It’s not you! Maybe try it again with cornstarch next time.
Nah, it ain’t your fault. Flour won’t thicken like cornstarch. I did that once too, trust me, it was a mess. Keep at it though!
I don’t know about that Szechuan sauce. Seemed too spicy for my kids. I would give it a 3.
This is the best recipe I’ve tried in a long time! The flavors are amazing! Definitely 5 stars!
Do I HAVE to use chicken? Can I use tofu? Asking for a friend. Lol. 🙃
Tofu would be fine! Just make sure you press it to get rid of excess water. 😊
But it’s called ‘Szechuan Chicken’ for a reason! I don’t think tofu will work. 🤔