Weekends are the perfect time for family gatherings, and what could be better than treating your loved ones to delicious and nutritious meals? If you’re unsure about what to cook, why not try these three mouth-watering chicken dishes?
1. Salted Chicken
Salted Chicken is a flavorful dish with a crispy skin and a distinctive taste.
Ingredients: Chicken thighs or wings, crispy flour, lemongrass, lime leaves, and roasted salt powder (salt, sticky rice, and ground mung beans).
Instructions: Clean and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Marinate with your choice of seasonings. Deep-fry the chicken until golden brown, then remove and drain excess oil. Sauté lemongrass and lime leaves to release their aroma. Toss the chicken with the roasted salt powder, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the fragrant salt mixture.
2. Chicken Hot Pot with Vietnamese Coriander
This hot pot dish is a specialty of Central Vietnam and is sure to warm the hearts of your family during the weekends.
Ingredients: Chicken, Vietnamese coriander (lá é), sour bamboo shoots, mushrooms, lime juice, chili peppers, shallots, and seasonings.
Instructions: Clean and cut the chicken into pieces. Boil the chicken with sautéed shallots to create a flavorful broth. Add the bamboo shoots and mushrooms, seasoning to taste. When serving, drop the Vietnamese coriander into the hot pot. Enjoy with rice vermicelli or wheat noodles. The spicy coriander combined with the sweet and savory broth will leave everyone craving more.
3. Honey-Glazed Grilled Chicken
Honey-Glazed Grilled Chicken, with its glistening skin and tender meat, is an ideal choice for a heartwarming family gathering.
Ingredients: Whole chicken or chicken thighs, honey, oyster sauce, minced garlic, and pepper.
Instructions: Marinate the chicken with a mixture of honey, oyster sauce, garlic, and pepper for 1-2 hours. Grill the chicken at 180°C for about 40 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. Once cooked, plate the chicken and sprinkle with pepper and garnish with herbs. All three dishes are easy to prepare and incredibly tasty, perfect for a cozy weekend meal. Get cooking and bring your family closer together!