Best 3 Ponzu Braised Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite Ponzu Braised Chicken, a symphony of tangy, savory, and umami flavors. This succulent dish features tender chicken pieces lovingly braised in a delectable Ponzu sauce, a harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and citrusy yuzu. As the chicken simmers, it absorbs the tantalizing flavors of the sauce, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that will transport your palate to culinary heaven.

Our comprehensive guide includes three enticing variations of this Japanese-inspired dish. The Classic Ponzu Braised Chicken recipe captures the essence of this timeless dish, while the Spicy Ponzu Braised Chicken adds a fiery kick for those who crave a little heat. For those with a penchant for bold flavors, the Miso Ponzu Braised Chicken infuses the dish with a rich and savory miso paste, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted with detailed instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can effortlessly create this restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of their own kitchen. Discover the secrets to achieving perfectly tender chicken, infused with the harmony of Ponzu sauce, and tantalize your loved ones with a culinary journey they will never forget.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PONZU-BRAISED CHICKEN



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A marinade of tart ponzu and lime juice, jalapenos, and chiles gives this crispy braised chicken its spicy flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup lime ponzu
2/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
3 large tomatoes, halved horizontally and grated on the large holes of a box grater
2 jalapenos, quartered lengthwise
2 dried chiles de arbol
1 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves and stems separated
1 head garlic, cloves divided and unpeeled
1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
6 chicken legs, skin on
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
Mexican Corn Cakes, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, for serving
1 avocado, peeled and sliced, for serving
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Place ponzu, lime juice, and tomatoes in a medium bowl; stir to combine. Add jalapenos, chiles, garlic, and red onion; stir to combine. Place chicken legs in a large resealable plastic bag; add ponzu mixture. Tie cilantro stems together with kitchen twine and add to bag with chicken; seal bag and shake to coat. Transfer bag to refrigerator and let marinate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Pour chicken mixture from plastic bag into a roasting pan; turn chicken so that it's skin side up and season with salt and pepper. Cover roasting pan tightly with parchment paper-lined aluminum foil and transfer to oven; bake for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Uncover chicken and increase oven temperature to 450 degrees and return roasting pan to oven. Cook until chicken is crisp, about 30 minutes. Serve chicken with vegetables in roasting pan, corn cakes, lime wedges, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream; garnish with cilantro leaves.

SIMPLE PONZU SAUCE



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Serve this easy Japanese sauce with summer rolls, sushi, or dumplings.

Provided by Andrew Knowlton

Categories     Bon Appétit     Sauce     Lime Juice     Wine     Soy Sauce     Vinegar     Dip     Condiment

Yield Makes about 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Stir sugar and 1 Tbsp. warm water in a small bowl to dissolve sugar. Stir in lime juice, mirin, soy sauce, and vinegar.

PONZU CHICKEN SANDWICH



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This is no ordinary chicken sandwich! Chicken breasts are marinated in ponzu sauce, pineapple juice, garlic, ginger, and herbs, then cooked together with onion, peppers, and cabbage, loaded into hoagie rolls, and topped with Swiss cheese.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup prepared ponzu sauce
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup pineapple juice
4 fresh mint leaves, chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon chili oil
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 small head cabbage, shredded
4 Italian-style hoagie buns, split lengthwise and toasted
12 slices Swiss cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, divided
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®), or to taste - divided
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Combine ponzu sauce, 1 cup cilantro, pineapple juice, mint leaves, garlic, fresh ginger, sesame oil, chili oil, and brown sugar together in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat.
  • Remove chicken from ponzu sauce mixture, reserving marinade. Heat large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in olive oil, onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved marinade into chicken mixture and bring to a boil. Stir in cabbage and cook until slightly wilted, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer chicken mixture into toasted hoagie buns and top each sandwich with 3 slices Swiss cheese.
  • Place sandwiches onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and buns are toasted, about 5 minutes. Garnish each sandwich with 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1/4 of the sesame seeds, and 1/4 of the chile-garlic sauce. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 61.1 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1354.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

Tips:

  • To make the best ponzu sauce, use high-quality ingredients. Look for a good soy sauce, rice vinegar, and mirin. You can also add some grated daikon radish or carrot for extra flavor.
  • When braising the chicken, be sure to use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the chicken with steamed rice or noodles. You can also add a side of vegetables or salad.

Conclusion:

This ponzu-braised chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the ponzu sauce is tangy and refreshing. Serve this dish with steamed rice or noodles, and you're sure to have a hit on your hands.

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