Chicken With Two Onions in Sand Pot

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 18
Chinese-style Chicken With Two Onions in Sand Pot recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1-1.5 hours

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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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
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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
420
Sugar
3g
Fat
25g
Chicken With Two Onions in Sand Pot is a classic Chinese-style dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This recipe uses a sand pot to slowly cook the chicken and vegetables, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal. While it may take some time to prepare, the end result is well worth it. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or for entertaining guests. The combination of juicy chicken and savory onions makes it a crowd-pleaser for all taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Place the sand pot in water for 10-15 minutes.
3.Dry the pot with a cloth or towel, then brush the inside of the pot with peanut oil.
4.In a large bowl, mix the chicken, green onions, ginger, garlic, five-spice powder, soy sauce, salt, and brown sugar together.
5.Arrange the yellow onions in the bottom of the pot, followed by the chicken mixture.
6.Pour in the chicken stock and sherry or rice wine.
7.Cover the pot with its lid and place it in the oven.
8.Cook for 1-1.5 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
9.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
10.Serve with torn iceberg lettuce on top.

PROS

This recipe is packed with flavor and is a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables and protein into your diet.

Slow cooking in a sand pot ensures that the chicken stays moist and tender.

CONS

This dish can be time-consuming to prepare and requires specific equipment (a sand pot).

It may also be quite salty due to the soy sauce and chicken stock.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This chicken and onion dish is high in protein and nutrients such as vitamin C and vitamin B6.
Onions are also a great source of antioxidants and may help reduce the risk of certain cancers.
However, due to the high sodium content, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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