Scallion Chicken Legs Recipe 🐔🌱
A flavorful and savory dish, this Scallion Chicken Legs recipe combines tender chicken with aromatic green onions, shallots, and a savory marinade. Perfectly seasoned and easy to make, this dish brings out rich flavors with just a few ingredients.
📋 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2-3 chicken legs
- Appropriate amount of green onions
- Appropriate amount of shallots
- Cornstarch (for coating)
For the Seasoning:
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- White pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice wine
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Debone the chicken legs and cut them into pieces (not too small).
- Optional: If you prefer, remove the chicken skin. However, leaving it on enhances the flavor and moisture.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, add salt, oyster sauce, white pepper, cornstarch, light soy sauce, and sesame oil to the chicken pieces.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 3: Prepare the Green Onions and Shallots
- While the chicken marinates, slice the green onions and shallots into rings.
- Green onions are the key flavor element, so be sure to have enough, and the combination with shallots will create a more fragrant, balanced dish.
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
- Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a skillet or wok.
- Once hot, add the marinated chicken and fry until slightly browned and the color deepens. You can add a bit of dark soy sauce for extra color, if desired.
Step 5: Simmer the Chicken
- Pour in a small amount of rice wine to deglaze the pan.
- Cover and simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the juices to reduce.
Step 6: Add Green Onions
- Add the chopped green onion rings to the pot.
- Cover and let the green onions cook for 2 minutes, releasing their aroma and infusing the chicken.
Step 7: Add Shallots
- Finally, stir in the shallots and mix everything evenly. The shallots should soften and add extra fragrance to the dish.
Step 8: Serve
- Once everything is cooked and fragrant, serve your Scallion Chicken Legs hot. The chicken will be tender, flavorful, and perfectly complemented by the savory green onions and shallots.
💡 Tips for Success
- Marinate Longer: For even better flavor, marinate the chicken for a bit longer than 60 minutes if you have the time.
- Add Vegetables: You can serve this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or over rice to make it a complete meal.
- Customize with Spices: If you enjoy spicy food, feel free to add chili flakes or fresh chilies when cooking the chicken.
Enjoy your Scallion Chicken Legs—a simple yet satisfying dish packed with flavor! 🍽️