Chicken With Two Onions In Sand Pot Recipe

Name: Chicken With Two Onions In Sand Pot
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken, hacked into 2 inch pieces; 1 cup chicken stock; 2 yellow onions, peeled and cut into 8 wedges, divide wedges into leaves; 6 green onions, slivered; 1 pinch brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder; 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, torn up; Marinade Ingredients; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 3 tablespoons dry sherry or 3 tablespoons rice wine; 1 teaspoon ginger, either cut julienne or grated; 4 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

3 lbs chicken, hacked into 2 inch pieces
1 cup chicken stock
2 yellow onions, peeled and cut into 8 wedges, divide wedges into leaves
6 green onions, slivered
1 pinch brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, torn up
Marinade Ingredients
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
3 tablespoons dry sherry or 3 tablespoons rice wine
1 teaspoon ginger, either cut julienne or grated
4 tablespoons peanut oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Cut the chicken and mix with the marinade. Allow to sit for 15 minutes.
2
Heat the wok and add half the oil.
3
Stir-fry the garlic and salt for just a moment.
4
Add the chicken, drained of the marinade.
5
Reserve the marinade.
6
Brown the chicken on all sides and add the broth
7
Cover and cook until the chicken is done to your taste.
8
Remove the cover and allow the broth to reduce a bit.
9
Remove all from the wok and set aside.
10
Heat the wok and add the rest of the oil.
11
Cook the onions until the yellow ones begin to brown a bit.
12
Return the chicken to the wok along with the other ingredients, except the lettuce, but including the marinade.
13
Stir-fry for a few moments so that all is hot.
14
Place the lettuce in a 4 quart sand pot or stove top casserole.
15
Top with the chicken and onions and cover.
16
Place on the stove and heat until the pot is very hot.
17
Serve immediately.

1055

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

135

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs chicken, hacked into 2 inch pieces, 1 cup chicken stock, 2 yellow onions, peeled and cut into 8 wedges, divide wedges into leaves, 6 green onions, slivered, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Two Onions In Sand Pot 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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Chicken With Two Onions In Sand Pot

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