Claypot Chicken Charm (砂锅鸡魅力)

砂锅鸡魅力 (Claypot Chicken Charm) is a classic Hong Kong dish that features tender chicken pieces cooked in a flavorful sauce, served in a traditional claypot.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Hong Kong Claypot Chicken Hong Kong Cuisine Chinese Food
Claypot Chicken Charm (砂锅鸡魅力)

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, marinate the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat the claypot over medium heat and add cooking oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, green onions, and red chili until fragrant.
  3. Add the marinated chicken pieces and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  5. Uncover the claypot, stir in the cornstarch mixture, and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve the Claypot Chicken Charm hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
20g

Supplies

Claypot Stovetop

Tools

Cutting board Knife Bowl Measuring spoons Measuring cup Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Enjoy the Claypot Chicken Charm with a side of steamed vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For an extra kick of spice, add more red chilies to the dish.

Cost

$15