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Poached Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce

Poached Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce for a Refreshing Meal

A quick and versatile Poached Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce that's gluten-free and perfect for summertime meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 5 pieces Chicken Drumsticks Use organic or free-range for best flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 3 slices Ginger Fresh ginger is preferred.
  • 1 piece Scallion Use additional scallions for sauce.
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil can substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free option.
  • ½ teaspoon Sugar Can be omitted for lower-sugar version.
  • ½ cup Water From poaching the chicken.

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Small pan
  • Serving Plate
  • Forks
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water, 3 slices of ginger, and 1 scallion to a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
  2. Carefully lower the chicken drumsticks into the boiling water and let simmer on low heat, covered, for 10 minutes.
  3. Turn off the heat and let the chicken sit, covered, for another 15 minutes.
  4. Check for doneness by piercing the thickest part of a drumstick; juices should run clear.
  5. Move the chicken to a bowl of ice water for 5 minutes to stop cooking.
  6. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
  7. In a small pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-low heat and fry scallion whites until crispy.
  8. Add soy sauce, sugar, and reserved poaching water to the pan; bring to a boil.
  9. Stir in minced ginger and scallion greens; simmer for 1 minute adjusting seasoning as necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be served with steamed rice or as part of a salad, and it's perfect for warm-weather gatherings.

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