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    Poached Ginger-Scallion Chicken with Sichuan Peppercorn Chickpeas

    Poached Ginger-Scallion Chicken with Sichuan Peppercorn Chickpeas

    Chinese
    Dinner
    Prep: 20min
    Cook: 25min
    🔥 453 cal
    💪 56g protein

    Estimated Nutrition

    Per serving

    453
    Calories
    56g
    Protein
    29g
    Carbs
    12.2g
    Fat
    8g
    Fiber
    4g
    Sugar

    Ingredients & Substitutes

    grams Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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    grams Cooked chickpeas
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    grams Fresh ginger
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    grams Green onions
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    cloves Garlic cloves
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    teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns
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    tablespoons Gluten-free tamari
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    tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
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    tablespoon Cooking oil
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    liters Chicken broth or water
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    teaspoon Salt
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    teaspoon White pepper
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    cup Fresh cilantro
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    Instructions

    1. 1

      Combine 1.5 liters of chicken broth or water with 30 grams of sliced fresh ginger and 50 grams of halved green onions in a large pot, then bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

    2. 2

      Carefully add 600 grams of boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the simmering liquid, ensuring they are fully submerged, and gently poach for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 74 degrees Celsius.

    3. 3

      While the chicken poaches, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a separate large skillet over medium heat and toast 2 teaspoons of Sichuan peppercorns for 1-2 minutes until they are fragrant.

    4. 4

      Add 20 grams of minced fresh ginger and 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until they are aromatic.

    5. 5

      Stir in 400 grams of cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed), 3 tablespoons of gluten-free tamari, and 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil, cooking for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to thoroughly meld.

    6. 6

      Remove the poached chicken from the broth, thinly slice it, and arrange it attractively on serving plates alongside the Sichuan peppercorn chickpeas.

    7. 7

      Garnish the prepared dish with 50 grams of freshly sliced green onions and 0.25 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, then serve warm for a delightful dinner.

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