Delicious Three Cup Chicken Recipe – French Main Course
Three Cup Chicken — a french recipe (main course) with 8 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
60
Total Time (min)
4
servings
833
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup sesame oil
- 1 cup rice wine
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless (Cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, sliced
- 1 bunch basil leaves (Fresh)
- 2 tbsp sugar (Brown sugar preferred)
Instructions
7 steps
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine, and sugar.
Mix well until sugar is dissolved.Marinate the Chicken
Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
For best flavor, marinate overnight in the refrigerator.Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat a bit of sesame oil over medium heat.
Ensure the skillet is hot before adding the chicken.Add Garlic and Ginger
Once the chicken is browned, add minced garlic and sliced ginger to the skillet.
Stir frequently to prevent burning.Simmer
Pour in the marinade and let it simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
This should take about 15-20 minutes.Add Basil
In the last few minutes of cooking, add fresh basil leaves.
Stir gently to incorporate.Serve
Serve the Three Cup Chicken hot with rice.
Garnish with additional basil if desired.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your french meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Three Cup Chicken Recipe – French Main Course is a beloved dish from French cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 60 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
French cuisine is considered one of the world's finest culinary traditions. Known for its refinement and attention to detail, it has influenced cooking around the globe for centuries.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 8 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, chicken breasts or drumsticks can also be used.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
