Empress Chicken

1. 1

   Combine soy sauce, sherry, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, anise and five spice powder in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add chicken and marinate 15 minutes.

3. 3

   In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil.

4. 4

   Add chicken breasts with marinade.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low and poach chicken, turning occasionally, 15 minutes, just until opaque throughout.

6. 6

   Remove chicken and set aside.

7. 7

   Boil poaching liquid until reduced by half.

8. 8

   Add dissolved cornstarch and cook, stirring, until smooth and thick.

9. 9

   Slice chicken thin.

10. 10

    Pour sauce over slices.

11. 11

    Serve warm or at room temperature.

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