Chicken stewed with dried apricots and ginger root

4 servings

80 minutes

Chicken stewed with dried apricots and ginger root is a dish of Chinese cuisine that combines the sweetness of fruits with the spiciness of spices. Its origins trace back to traditional Eastern cooking techniques where flavor balance plays a key role. Tender chicken fillet infused with garlic and soy sauce aromas harmonizes with caramelized apricots and spicy ginger. Onion adds softness while pepper provides a slight heat. The dish's hallmark is its rich flavor and juiciness, perfectly suited for pairing with fluffy rice. It's not just food; it's a gastronomic journey revealing the complexity of Chinese cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 332.3
• Proteins: 51.2g
• Fats: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 23.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast fillet: 800 g
• Dried apricots: 6 pc
• Fresh ginger root: 75 g
• Soy sauce: 50 ml
• Red onion: 2 head
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Let's start with the chicken. Cut the fillet, add minced garlic, ground pepper, and soy sauce (instead of salt). Let it marinate for 20-30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast fillet: 800 g
   • Garlic: 3 cloves
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Soy sauce: 50 ml

2. Soak the dried apricots in hot water for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried apricots: 6 pieces

3. Slice the onion into thin half-rings and sauté in olive oil, adding finely chopped ginger root.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 2 heads
   • Fresh ginger root: 75 g

4. Cut the soft dried apricots into thin strips and add them to the onion and ginger. Simmer for 5 minutes with the lid on.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried apricots: 6 pieces

5. Add the marinated chicken to the sautéed mixture and cook until done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast fillet: 800 g

6. Serve with fluffy rice, as the chicken turns out juicy.