Canyon Ranch Health Resorts' Chinese Chicken Recipe

Name: Canyon Ranch Health Resorts' Chinese Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs chicken; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 3 spring onions, cut into 3-inch pieces; 3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon plain flour; 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons dry sherry or 2 tablespoons apple juice; 1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Servings: persons

3 -4 lbs chicken
1 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 spring onions, cut into 3-inch pieces
3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon plain flour
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons dry sherry or 2 tablespoons apple juice
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

1
Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat dry with paper kitchen towelling.
2
In a cup, mix the ginger, the Chinese five-spice powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and rub all over the inside of the chicken.
3
Place the spring onions and the garlic in the cavity.
4
Place the flour in a large oven-safe baking bag and shake well to coat the inside of the bag.
5
In a small bowl, mix the hoisin sauce, honey, sherry or apple juice, pepper and remaining salt. Rub all over the outside of the chicken, and place the chicken in the bag with any remaining sauce. Seal the bag and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
6
Preheat the oven to 180u00b0C/350u00b0F/gas 4. Cut 1/2 inch slits in the top of the bag and place it in an ovenproof dish in the oven, making sure that the bag does not overhang the dish.
7
Bake for 1 hour or until the juices run clear.
8
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to stand for 10 minutes. Carefully cut open the bag, remove the chicken and pour the juices into a bowl.
9
Place the bowl in the freezer for a few minutes so that fat can congeal for easy removal.
10
Cut the chicken into serving pieces and serve with the degreased juices.

318

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 -4 lbs chicken, 1 teaspoon ginger, 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Canyon Ranch Health Resorts' Chinese Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Canyon Ranch Health Resorts' Chinese Chicken

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