Chicken in a Packet Recipe

Name: Chicken in a Packet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons chinese rice wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 30 bite size pieces; 2 ounces ham or 2 ounces lop cheong Chinese sausage; 2 ounces sliced bamboo shoots; 6 slices gingerroot, julienned; 2 green onions, julienned; 30 cilantro leaves; 30 pieces aluminum foil, each 5 inches square

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons chinese rice wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 30 bite size pieces
2 ounces ham or 2 ounces lop cheong Chinese sausage
2 ounces sliced bamboo shoots
6 slices gingerroot, julienned
2 green onions, julienned
30 cilantro leaves
30 pieces aluminum foil, each 5 inches square

1
Preheat the oven to 400F Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl.
2
Add the chicken and stir to coat.
3
Let stand for 15 minutes.
4
Cut the ham into matchstick pieces.
5
If using the chinese sausage, boil in water for a minute or two before cutting.
6
On each pieces of foil, place one piece of chicken, ham, bamboo shoot, ginger, green onion, and cilantro leaf.
7
Fold the foil in half to form a triangle.
8
Fold the edges to seal.
9
Place the packets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
10
Bake until the chicken is opaque when cut, 10 to 12 minutes.

7127

kcal

Calories

767

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons chinese rice wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry, 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Chicken in a Packet 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken in a Packet

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Variations & substitutions

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