Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts with Star Anise

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts with Star Anise
45 min.
4
291kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey that celebrates the rich flavors of Chinese cuisine with a twist! Our Chinese Poached Chicken Breasts with Star Anise is a beautiful dish that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also a must-try for anyone looking for a comforting yet sophisticated meal. Perfectly suited for lunch or dinner, this recipe is bound to impress your family and friends with its aromatic and fragrant broth, featuring the unique and subtle notes of star anise, ginger, and cinnamon.

The cooking process is both simple and rewarding, allowing you to create a delicious and satisfying main course in just 45 minutes. Picture tender, juicy chicken breasts infused with layers of flavor from ingredients like low-sodium chicken broth, brown sugar, and a splash of dry sherry. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of savory and slightly sweet elements, making it an unforgettable experience for the palate.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it also boasts a caloric value of only 291 kcal per serving, making it an excellent choice for those mindful of their dietary intake. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or hosting a dinner party, this recipe is sure to elevate your menu with its vibrant flavors and eye-catching presentation. Pair it with a crisp German Riesling to enhance your dining experience, and watch as this dish quickly becomes a cherished favorite!

Ingredients

  •  peppercorns black
  • slices carrots 
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium homemade canned
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar dark
  • 0.3 cup cooking sherry dry
  • 6.5 inch ginger fresh minced peeled smashed
  • cloves garlic smashed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  •  scallions including tops green chopped cut into 4-inch lengths, 1
  •  chicken breasts boneless skinless ()
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 
  •  star anise whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the broth, carrots, the 5 scallions, the smashed ginger, the garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
  2. Add the sherry and chicken and bring back to a simmer over moderately low heat, covered. Turn the chicken and simmer, covered, until the chicken is just done, about 5 minutes.
  3. With a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken, carrots, and star anise to large shallow bowls. Strain the broth and add the minced ginger and 2 tablespoons of the chopped scallion. Ladle the broth over the chicken and top with the remaining chopped scallion.
  4. Wine Recommendation: The exotic yet delicate broth requires a flavorful but light white wine. A German riesling would be ideal; if the riesling you choose has some slight sweetness, all the better.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein43.45%
Fat14.67%
Carbs41.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.96
Glycemic Load
3
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.849999946097%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:290.52kcal
14.53%
Fat:4.7g
7.23%
Saturated Fat:1.08g
6.76%
Carbohydrates:30.18g
10.06%
Net Carbohydrates:25.98g
9.45%
Sugar:17.59g
19.54%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:1200.39mg
52.19%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:0.43%
100%
Protein:31.31g
62.61%
Vitamin A:10416.74IU
208.33%
Vitamin B3:16.09mg
80.47%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.62%
Selenium:37.28µg
53.26%
Vitamin K:46.72µg
44.5%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.73%
Phosphorus:365.23mg
36.52%
Potassium:990.83mg
28.31%
Vitamin B5:1.93mg
19.32%
Fiber:4.2g
16.79%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.36%
Magnesium:60.5mg
15.13%
Iron:2.6mg
14.44%
Copper:0.26mg
13.1%
Vitamin C:10.21mg
12.37%
Calcium:105.04mg
10.5%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.71%
Zinc:1.35mg
9.02%
Folate:32.18µg
8.04%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.21%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.4%
Source:My Recipes