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poached chicken

Poach chicken

Dee
This dish is perfect when you want something quick, clean, and nourishing. Serve it over steamed rice or with a side of crisp cucumbers for a refreshing contrast. It’s great warm, at room temperature, or even cold, making it a versatile meal-prep option.
Course Dinner, lunch
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

Poach chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 3-4 slices fresh ginger, or tsp of minced ginger
  • 2 stalks spring onion, cut into 2-inch pieces, whites only
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • water, enough to submerge the chicken

The sauce

  • 1 tbsp chilli garlic sauce, siracha is you don't have this
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • coriander, chopped
  • green onions, chopped
  • garlic, grated
  • 3 tbsp neutral oil

Instructions
 

  • Add ginger, spring onion, salt and chicken breasts into a pot. Submerge the chicken with water and bring to a boil. Once boiled, lid on and heat off, set to the side for 10-12 minutes while you make your sauce. Once done, remove the chicken and let it rest before slicing.
  • In a heatproof bowl, add minced garlic, green onion and coriander. Heat the oil until hot (but not smoking), then pour it over the mixture - Mix well. Add the remaining sauce ingredient and stir well.
  • Pair with rice and green vegetables of choice.
Keyword 30 minute meals, Chicken, Chicken recipes, Healthy recipes, High protein, Lunch Ideas, Lunchbox, Sauce