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Three-Cup Chicken

Three-Cup Chicken

  • Makes
    4 servings
  • Cook Time
    35 minutes
  • Active time plus cooling
    15 minutes active
  • Rating

Taiwanese three-cup chicken is named for the formula once used to prepare the dish: one cup each of sesame oil, soy sauce and rice wine. Not surprisingly, recipes no longer adhere to that ratio, but the name has stuck. Bone-in chicken legs that have been hacked into pieces are customarily used in this one-pan dish; we opted for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for easier prep and eating. Serve with rice and steamed or stir-fried vegetables.

Tip

Don’t begin cooking until all ingredients are prepared; the dish comes together quickly.

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