chicken with chestnut

How to Make Braised Chicken with Chestnuts

Braised Chicken with Chestnuts is a comforting, savory dish that tender chicken and sweet chestnuts in a rich, umami-packed sauce. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 500g chicken thighs (cut into pieces), 200g peeled chestnuts (fresh or canned), 3-5 dried red chilies, 3 ginger slices, 3 garlic cloves.

- Sauce: 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, 1 tsp sugar, 500ml hot water.

Steps:

1. Prep: Marinate chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tbsp Shaoxing wine, and ginger for 15 minutes.

2. Sauté: Heat oil in a pot. Stir-fry garlic and chilies until fragrant. Add chicken, searing until golden on all sides.

3. Braise: Pour in the remaining sauce ingredients (soy sauce, oyster sauce, wine, sugar) and hot water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.

4. Simmer: Add chestnuts. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.

5. Finish: Adjust seasoning, garnish with scallions, and serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra flavor, use dark soy sauce for color. If using fresh chestnuts, boil them first to remove skins. This dish pairs perfectly with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce!