Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts With Star Anise Recipe

Name: Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts With Star Anise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock; 2 carrots, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices; 6 scallions including green tops, 5 cut into 4-inch lengths, 1 chopped; 6 1/2- inch slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed, plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 4 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/4 cup brown sugar, preferably dark; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 5 whole star anise; 3 cinnamon sticks; 6 black peppercorns; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/3 pounds in all)

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
2 carrots, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices
6 scallions including green tops, 5 cut into 4-inch lengths, 1 chopped
6 1/2- inch slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed, plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
4 cloves garlic, smashed
1/4 cup brown sugar, preferably dark
1/4 cup soy sauce
5 whole star anise
3 cinnamon sticks
6 black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup dry sherry
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/3 pounds in all)

1
In a large saucepan, combine the broth, carrots, the 5 scallions, the smashed ginger, the garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
2
Add the sherry and chicken and bring back to a simmer over moderately low heat, covered. Turn the chicken and simmer, covered, until the chicken is just done, about 5 minutes.
3
With a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken, carrots, and star anise to large shallow bowls. Strain the broth and add the minced ginger and 2 tablespoons of the chopped scallion. Ladle the broth over the chicken and top with the remaining chopped scallion.
4
Wine Recommendation: The exotic yet delicate broth requires a flavorful but light white wine. A German riesling would be ideal; if the riesling you choose has some slight sweetness, all the better.

958

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock, 2 carrots, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices, 6 scallions including green tops, 5 cut into 4-inch lengths, 1 chopped, 6 1/2- inch slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed, plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts With Star Anise 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.

Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts With Star Anise

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