Low-Calorie Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken by Howcooktw

Ingredients

• 400g (14 oz) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp sichuan peppercorn oil or chili oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

1. Pat the chicken breast pieces dry with a paper towel to ensure the coating adheres until ready to serve.
2. Toss the chicken pieces with the baking powder and salt in a bowl, ensuring an even, thin coating over medium heat until heated through, about 5 min.
3. Arrange the chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow heat circulation.
4. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes until the exterior is golden and crispy.
5. Whisk together the soy sauce, minced garlic, chili oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl while the chicken bakes over medium heat until heated through, about 5 min.
6. Toss the baked chicken in the prepared sauce immediately before serving to maintain the crisp texture over medium heat until heated through, about 5 min.