Szechuan Chicken with Peanuts 6 Ww Pts
Spice up your weeknight dinner routine with this Szechuan Chicken with Peanuts—a bold and flavorful dish that’s packed with tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and an irresistible combination of savory and spicy flavors. This Weight Watchers-friendly recipe, clocking in at just 6 points per serving, features marinated chicken breast stir-fried to golden perfection and tossed in a homemade Szechuan sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of Sriracha. Crisp red bell peppers and zucchini add fresh texture, while roasted peanuts provide a delightful crunch. Served over fluffy brown rice and garnished with fragrant green onions, this quick and easy stir-fry is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal healthy dinner option that doesn’t skimp on taste. Perfect for fans of spicy Asian-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp Hoisin sauce
- 2 tsp Vegetable oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, minced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Zucchini, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp Green onions, chopped
- 2 cups Cooked brown rice
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
Add the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to the chicken. Toss to coat evenly and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha sauce, and hoisin sauce. Set aside as your Szechuan sauce.
Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in the red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the Szechuan sauce over the mixture and toss to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the peanuts and chopped green onions over the dish.
Serve immediately over cooked brown rice. Enjoy your flavorful and healthy Szechuan Chicken with Peanuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.3 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3105 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.7 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.8 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2841 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
