Chinese Braised Chicken and Chestnuts

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 14
Chinese Braised Chicken and Chestnuts recipe for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

70 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

115 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 chicken , cut into chunks
300 g chestnuts
2 stalks green onions
2 slices ginger
2 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon chinese white rice wine
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
313
Sugar
5g
Fat
12g
This Chinese Braised Chicken and Chestnuts dish is the perfect recipe to warm you up on a cold day. The tender and succulent chicken pairs perfectly with the sweet and nutty chestnuts. This dish is an excellent source of protein and fiber, making it a great option for a hearty and healthy meal. Whether you make this dish for a dinner party or simply as a weeknight meal, you are sure to enjoy the combination of flavors in this classic Chinese dish.

Instructions

1.Soak the chestnuts in water for at least an hour, then peel the skin off and set aside.
2.In a pan, heat the vegetable oil and stir fry the ginger and green onions for about a minute.
3.Add in the chicken chunks and stir fry until the chicken is lightly browned.
4.Pour in the dark soy sauce, white rice wine, salt, sugar and water. Add the chestnuts and bring it to a boil.
5.Turn the heat to low and let it simmer for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Add more water if necessary.
6.Serve hot with rice and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed with proteins and fiber.
The chestnuts add a sweet and nutty flavor to the dish.
It is also a great dish to make ahead and reheat throughout the week.

CONS

The chestnuts can be tricky to peel, taking a bit of extra time.
This dish may be a bit time consuming to make for those who are looking for a quick meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein and fiber while being low in fat. Chestnuts are a great source of vitamin C and manganese, which helps with bone development and maintenance. The ginger and dark soy sauce have been linked to aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

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