CLAY-POT CHICKEN IN OYSTER SAUCE

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This dish is terrific on a cold winter night. I got the recipe from "A Spoonful of Ginger" by Nina Simonds. Also, I like the way the chicken is browned in step 2 and use that method whenever I have a recipe that calls for browning chicken. Prep time includes marinating time.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sake
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 whole scallions, ends trimmed, cut into 1 inch lengths
2 inches chunk fresh ginger, peeled, then cut into 6 slices
3 1/2-4 lbs chicken pieces, rinsed and drained
10 dried Chinese black mushrooms, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes until soft, stems removed, caps cut into thirds
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
3 tablespoons rice wine or 3 tablespoons sake
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch, about, dissolved in
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Mix the marinade ingredients in a large bowl, add the chicken pieces and turn to coat them with the marinade.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate for 30 minute or longer in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat oven to 475° Arrange the chicken pieces, with the marinade and the drained black mushrooms, on cookie sheets lined with aluminum foil.
  • Roast for 15 minutes, turning once, until the skin is golden. Remove.
  • Transfer the browned chicken and mushrooms to a clay pot, dutch oven, or a casserole with a lid. Add the braising sauce and heat until the liquid is boiling.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, partially cover, and cook for 45 minutes, until the meat is very tender.
  • Skim any fat from the surface.
  • The sauce should be slightly thick. If it hasn't thickened sufficiently, heat until boiling, add a little cornstarch dissolved in water, and cook, stirring, until the sauce has a smooth coating consistency.
  • Scoop the chicken and sauce onto a serving platter or serve from the pot.
  • Steamed rice and a vegetable go good with this dish.

Asha Rajak
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and rich. I usually serve it with rice, but I've also tried it with noodles and it was just as good.


Shahid Ramzan
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with rice, but I've also tried it with noodles and it was just as good.


Kaahu Leef
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. Definitely a new favorite!


Abhishek Nayak
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with steamed broccoli and rice, and it was a complete meal. Definitely recommend!


Khazia Mullins
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This dish is a staple in my household. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. I usually serve it with rice, but it's also great with noodles or vegetables.


Usman said Abubakar
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and rich. I usually serve it over rice, but I've also tried it with noodles and it was just as good. Definitely a keeper!


jamiur Xoni
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This was my first time making clay pot chicken, and it was a success! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my guests. Will definitely be making this again.


Sibel Bardhi
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This dish is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. Definitely a new favorite!


Monique Van heerden
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and rich. I usually serve it with rice, but I've also tried it with noodles and it was just as good.


Javid Rehman
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with rice, but I've also tried it with noodles and it was just as good.


Durga Bishwakarma
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. Definitely a new favorite!


Zami khan
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with steamed broccoli and rice, and it was a complete meal. Definitely recommend!


Novuyo Khumalo
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This dish is a staple in my household. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. I usually serve it with rice, but it's also great with noodles or vegetables.


Sandra Boateng
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and rich. I usually serve it over rice, but I've also tried it with noodles and it was just as good. Definitely a keeper!


Waqas Jaweed
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This was my first time making clay pot chicken, and it was a success! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my guests. Will definitely be making this again.


Dinushi Dissanayake
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out great! The chicken was tender and moist, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over jasmine rice, and it was a perfect meal. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Gilberto Lopez Jr
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This dish was incredibly easy to make, and it turned out so well! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with steamed broccoli and rice, and it was a complete meal. Definitely recommend!


Kaden Ross
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I'm not usually a fan of oyster sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was creamy and savory, and it paired perfectly with the chicken. I'll definitely be making this again.


Christina Speaker
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This clay pot chicken turned out absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely be making this again!