Description
Savory Poached Chinese Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with the invigorating flavors of ginger and scallions. This easy-to-prepare recipe not only brings warmth to your kitchen but also promises to impress even the pickiest eaters. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to become a beloved favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
- 4 scallions, finely chopped
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop ginger and scallions.
- In a pot, combine water or chicken broth with crushed garlic and sliced ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Gently add the chicken breasts into the simmering liquid. Cover and poach for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- While the chicken cooks, mix chopped scallions with soy sauce and sesame oil in a bowl; set aside.
- Check the doneness of the chicken using a meat thermometer. Remove from liquid and let rest briefly.
- Slice the chicken and drizzle generously with ginger scallion sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg