Shanghai Chicken
6 servings
30 minutes
Shanghai-style chicken is a vibrant and aromatic dish of Chinese cuisine that combines tender meat, crispy cabbage, and a rich sauce with hints of orange and honey. This recipe reflects the philosophy of Eastern gastronomy where the balance of flavors plays a key role: the sweetness of honey, the saltiness of soy sauce, the freshness of cabbage, and the mild spiciness of garlic create an amazing harmony. Historically, chicken dishes were common in traditional Chinese recipes, and adding citrus notes makes it more modern. Noodles soaked in fragrant sauce and topped with crunchy sesame add richness to the dish. Chicken sliced into strips laid over the noodles makes for an elegant presentation while adding greens completes the composition. Perfect for family dinners or cozy lunches when you crave something both hearty and refined.
1
Heat the grill pan strongly, brush the beaten chicken breasts with olive oil and fry until cooked on each side.
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
- Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
2
Heat the remaining oil in a regular pan, add finely chopped garlic and coarsely chopped cabbage, and fry on high heat for 3 minutes while stirring until the leaves soften. Add soy sauce, orange juice, and honey, and mix.
- Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Kale: 500 g
- Soy sauce: 4 tablespoons
- Orange juice: 200 ml
- Transparent honey: 2 tablespoons
3
Add the cooked noodles and sesame, and fry for another 3 minutes.
- Noodles: 600 g
- Roasted sesame: 4 tablespoons
4
Cut the chicken into strips. Place the noodles in bowls, top with chicken, and sprinkle with chopped onions and herbs.
- Onion: 4 pieces
- Green: to taste