ChestnutsBraised ChickenThe origin is widely recognized as the Jiang and Zhejiang regions, belonging to JiangZhejiang cuisineBraised chicken actually has many different methods, mainly focusing oningredientscombination, here we use chestnuts for combination, not only tochickentender, but also provides rich nutrients.

Chestnut Braised Chicken

Ingredient Preparation

1 chickenChestnuts200 grams, scallionsGingerGarlic, redChiliA little, salt, oil,EggsFlour,Sichuan peppercorns，WheatFlour,Soy sauce,Chili oil, soy sauce,SesameOil, oyster sauce,Chicken brothA little thirteen spice.

Method Steps

1. Clean and cut the chicken into suitable pieces;

2. Then add thirteen spice, oyster sauce, soy sauce, chili oil, salt, and chicken broth and mix well, cover with film and refrigerate for 2 hours;

3. Cut scallions, ginger, garlic, and red chili, after marinating the chicken pieces, add eggs, and mix with flour;4. Heat a suitable amount of oil in the pan, when it's 80% hot, add the chicken pieces over low heat, fry until crispy and golden brown, and remove to drain the oil;5. Heat Sichuan peppercorns in the pan, then add garlic and ginger to sauté, and add scallions and chili to sauté;

6. Then add a suitable amount of water, add salt, soy sauce, and chili oil, add the fried chicken pieces, cover the pot and simmer for 50 minutes;

7. After the soup thickens, add chestnuts and cook until the flavor is absorbed, then turn off the heat, add a suitable amount of chicken broth and oyster sauce to adjust the seasoning and serve.

Tips

Do not use too high heat when braising, to avoid the soup drying out too quickly.

Home-style Chestnut Braised Chicken

Ingredient Preparation

1 whole chicken, chestnuts, scallions, ginger, garlic

Light soy sauce

Old soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, a little salt.Method Steps1. Wash and cut the whole chicken into pieces, peel and soak the chestnuts in water, chop scallions, ginger, and garlic;

2. Heat a small amount of oil in the pot, add the chicken pieces and stir-fry until the chicken is firm and releases oil, then add sugar, scallions, ginger, and garlic;

3. Stir-fry until the sugar melts, then add a little cooking wine, light soy sauce, and old soy sauce to color;

4. Add boiling water to cover two-thirds of the chicken pieces, add a suitable amount of salt to season, place

In a pot, place scallion leaves at the bottom, pour in the boiling chicken pieces and the soup;

5. Then turnthe heatto high, then turn the heat to low and simmer for 40 minutes, then add the chestnuts, continue to simmer over low heat for 40 minutes, until the chestnuts are soft.

TipsYou can also addeight-corner, cinnamon-like spices.

Nutritional Value of Chestnut Braised Chicken

The chicken used in Chestnut Braised Chicken is usually wild chicken, which is said to contain moreproteinquality, which is easier to digest and absorb.

In addition, chestnuts have the effect of nourishing the stomach and strengthening the spleen, strengthening the kidneys, and nourishing the body. They contain various nutrients, which are beneficial for high

bloodpressure, loose bones, arteriosclerosis, and mouth ulcers.Contains more fiber, making it easier to digest and absorb.In addition, chestnuts have the effects of nourishing the stomach and spleen, strengthening the kidneys, and nourishing the body. They contain various nutrients that are beneficial for people with highBloodPressing, makes bones crisp and soft, and has benefits for arteriosclerosis and mouth ulcers.