Vietnamese Clay Pot Chicken

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 2
Vietnamese Clay Pot Chicken recipe for a flavorful dinner
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs chicken thigh fillets , halved
2 small yellow onions , quartered
12 ounces baby bok choy , chopped coarsely
1/2 cup chicken stock
4 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms , halved ( optional )
4 garlic cloves , crushed
1 tablespoon vietnamese fish sauce , plus
1 teaspoon vietnamese fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce , plus
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce , plus
1 teaspoon hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice , plus
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass ( white part only )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
330
Sugar
5g
Fat
12g
Vietnamese Clay Pot Chicken is a popular dish in Southeast Asia known for its unique flavors and aroma. The taste of lemongrass combined with the sweetness of hoisin sauce and the savoriness of fish sauce create a symphony of flavors that are unmatched. The dish is usually served with steamed rice, making it a complete and satisfying meal for any occasion. The chicken is cooked to perfection in a clay pot or Dutch oven, and it is complemented by the addition of mushrooms and bok choy.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and the white part of lemongrass.
2.Add the chicken fillets to the mixture and marinade for at least 20 minutes.
3.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
4.In a clay pot or a Dutch oven, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Add the onions and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
5.Add the garlic and mushrooms to the pot and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
6.Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the chicken is slightly browned.
7.Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken stock and add another teaspoon of fish sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and lime juice. Mix well.
8.Bring the mixture to a boil and then cover the pot. Place the pot in the preheated oven and cook for 45 minutes.
9.Remove the pot from the oven, add the bok choy, and stir well. Cover the pot again and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the bok choy is wilted.

PROS

Vietnamese Clay Pot Chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that is full of flavor.
The chicken is tender and juicy with a savory sauce that is perfect for rice or noodles.

CONS

Cooking in a clay pot or Dutch oven may not be feasible for everyone.
In addition, the shiitake mushrooms are optional and may not be easily available for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses lean chicken meat which is a great source of protein. The bok choy is rich in vitamins A, C, and K as well as calcium, potassium, and iron. Lemongrass is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that may aid in digestion.

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