Description
Cantonese white cut poached chicken is a simple and flavorful dish that showcases the natural taste of chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 pounds)
- Ginger (3 slices)
- Green onions (2 stalks, cut in half)
- Salt (to taste)
- Water (enough to cover the chicken)
Instructions
- Clean the chicken and remove any excess fat.
- In a large pot, add enough water to cover the chicken.
- Add ginger, green onions, and salt to the water.
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Carefully add the chicken, breast side down.
- Reduce heat to low and cover the pot.
- Poach the chicken for 30-40 minutes.
- Remove the chicken and let it cool.
- Reserve the broth for later use.
- Slice the chicken and serve with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Adjust poaching time based on chicken size.
- Serve with soy sauce or chili sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Cantonese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cantonese white cut poached chicken, poached chicken, chinese chicken dish