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Chongqing Spicy Chicken

Chongqing Spicy Chicken is a bold and fiery dish from Sichuan cuisine, characterized by crispy fried chicken pieces drenched in a fragrant, numbing chili-oil sauce. This dish highlights the signature Sichuan flavors of mala (numbing and spicy), combining Sichuan peppercorns with dried chili peppers to create a unique sensory experience. It is a popular dish that reflects the vibrant street food culture of Chongqing city.

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Last updated 4/1/2026

Originating from the city of Chongqing, this dish evolved as a street food favorite, showcasing the local penchant for intensely spicy and numbing flavors that define Sichuan cuisine.

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