Best 5 Paper Wrapped Chicken Recipes

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Craving a succulent and flavorful chicken dish that's both healthy and easy to prepare? Look no further than our collection of paper-wrapped chicken recipes. This innovative cooking technique not only locks in moisture and intensifies flavors but also minimizes cleanup, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining.

Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse selection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds. From the tangy and aromatic Lemon-Herb Chicken to the bold and spicy Szechuan Chicken, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer a classic Garlic Butter Chicken or the exotic Moroccan Chicken with Apricots and Almonds, we've got you covered.

These recipes are beginner-friendly and require minimal prep work. Simply marinate the chicken in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and seasonings, then wrap it tightly in parchment paper or aluminum foil. Baking or grilling the chicken ensures evenly cooked, tender meat infused with delectable flavors.

The result is a juicy, succulent chicken dish that's packed with flavor and incredibly tender. The paper wrapping not only prevents the chicken from drying out but also allows the juices and aromas to circulate, creating a flavorful and aromatic dish.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven or grill, and get ready to indulge in the delightful world of paper-wrapped chicken.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PAPER-WRAPPED CHICKEN



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I eat this quite a bit at our local Chinese restaurants, so I recreated it at home and made it even tastier. These are time-consuming, and I recommend using oil in the deep fryer that is ready to change as the marinade will ruin it for cooking anything else. I've also done this technique successfully with squid. I've also added in very thinly sliced onion and green peppers to the marinade and it was really good.

Provided by witchywoman

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Chicken

Time 4h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup teriyaki sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, grated
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
30 4x4-inch squares aluminum foil, or as needed
oil for deep frying

Steps:

  • Mix the teriyaki sauce, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; stir in the chicken pieces until thoroughly coated.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken 3 to 4 hours to overnight.
  • Remove a piece of chicken from the marinade and place into the center of an aluminum square.
  • Fold the square diagonally over the chicken piece in a triangle shape; fold up the open edges of the triangle several times and press tightly together to seal the chicken into the foil. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces. Discard the used marinade.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Gently add the sealed foil packets to the hot oil and fry until the chicken is tender and cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain the packets on paper towels and allow to cool slightly.
  • To serve, tear open the packets along the sealed edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 478.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

PAPER-WRAPPED CRISPY SALT AND PEPPER CHICKEN



Paper-Wrapped Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Time 8h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 skinless chicken thighs, each piece chopped in half across the bone
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 heaping tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
2 teaspoons sea salt, plus more for seasoning
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 to 3 heaping tablespoons cornstarch, for dusting
1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
1 heaping tablespoon ground black pepper
4 to 6 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
Mixed Salad, for serving, recipe follows
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 head butter or red leaf lettuce, sliced
2 carrots, peeled and shredded
1 medium Fresno chile, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 scallion, green parts only, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Cover the chicken with the light soy sauce, Chinese five-spice powder, salt and garlic, and stir to coat. Toss the chicken with the toasted sesame oil. Let marinate for as much time as you have; for best results, leave the chicken in the refrigerator overnight.
  • When ready to fry, toss the chicken pieces in the cornstarch.
  • Heat a large wok or pan over high heat and add the vegetable oil. Working in batches so as not to crowd the pan, add the chicken and fry lightly until the thighs are golden brown on all sides and cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain the chicken on paper towels and season them with salt, pepper and cilantro as they come out of the oil.
  • Wrap each piece of newspaper and parchment into a cone shape and secure with a piece of tape. Fill each cone with several pieces of chicken and garnish with more chopped cilantro. Serve alongside a platter of Mixed Salad if desired.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil; set aside. Toss the lettuce, carrots, chiles and scallions with the dressing when ready to serve.

PAPER-WRAPPED CHICKEN



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This is an interesting Chinese Cantonese dish, that we usually ordered in Chinese restaurants. Ideal for buffets and dinner parties.

Provided by Kim Ong

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 12 packages

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 chicken, cut into 12 pieces
cooking oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon light soya sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons dark soya sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine
1 tablespoon ginger juice
1 tablespoon cornflour
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Get grease-proof paper and cut into 18cm by 18cm 12 square pieces of papers.
  • Marinate the chicken pieces with seasoning 1 for 15 minutes.
  • Brush 1 side of the each paper with oil.
  • Place a piece of chicken at one corner of the paper.
  • Fold up this corner to cover the chicken.
  • Then fold the sides to cover the chicken as well.
  • Fold the remaining corner down and tuck into the pocket to make a package.
  • Repeat for the rest of the chicken pieces.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan for deep-frying.
  • When the oil is hot, reduce the heat to medium-low.
  • Place in the packages and fry for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Remove and drain the packages off excess oil.
  • Serve hot.
  • The packages are to be open by the diners themselves.

RICE PAPER WRAPPED CHICKEN



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This is an adopted recipe. I shall be trying it out and then post any additional information if needs be. Feel free to try it out first and share your comments!

Provided by Vnut-Beyond Redempt

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs chicken breasts (or any combination) or 2 lbs chicken thighs, boned and sliced (or any combination)
1 piece ginger, pounded for juice
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons Chinese wine or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 teaspoons sugar
2 scallions, chopped
rice paper
oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken in seasoning ingredients for 30 minutes.
  • Place a piece of chicken on one sheet of paper and wrap up firmly.
  • Preheat oil to 375F, then deep fry.

ASIAN STYLE PAPER WRAPPED CHICKEN



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Paper-wrapped chicken like in a pu pu platter. It is called 'Paper Wrapped' although it is actually wrapped in aluminum foil. This is one of the best appetizers I have ever had at an Asian restaurant and this is my attempt to duplicate it. It goes very well on the pu pu platter.

Provided by seanbhalliday

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon white wine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
¼ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup peanut oil for frying, or as needed
18 6x6-inch squares of aluminum foil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix soy sauce, green onion, hoisin sauce, vegetable oil, white wine, cornstarch, sugar, ginger, garlic, five-spice powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Stir chicken cubes into the sauce to coat; marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Place 1 to 2 chicken cubes onto a square of aluminum foil and fold the foil diagonally to make a triangle. Fold the edges over tightly several times, about 1/4 inch per fold, squeezing as much air as possible out of the packet. Repeat with remaining ingredients and foil.
  • Pour 1 cup peanut oil, or as needed, into a heavy skillet (such as a cast-iron pan) to a depth of 1/2 inch; heat over medium heat until oil is shimmering.
  • Gently lay the chicken packets, working in batches if necessary, into the hot oil and cook until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear (open a test packet to be sure), about 5 minutes per side. Drain packets on paper towels. Serve chicken in foil wrappers and let diners unwrap their own.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 39.1 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 376.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose chicken breasts or thighs that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  • Pat the chicken dry before wrapping it in paper to help ensure that the skin gets crispy.
  • Season the chicken liberally with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your packets to add flavor and color.
  • Experiment with different cooking times to find the doneness you prefer.
  • Let the packets rest for a few minutes before opening them so that the juices can redistribute.

Conclusion:

Paper-wrapped chicken is a versatile and delicious way to cook chicken. It's a great option for busy weeknights because it's easy to prepare and cooks quickly. Plus, it's a healthy way to cook chicken because the paper helps to keep the chicken moist and flavorful. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to cook chicken, give paper-wrapped chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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