Asian Chicken Over Noodles


From cooking light, yet another recipe i can't wait to try. a whole chicken stewed in a soy liquid, served over cellophane noodles and cucumbers. I think some cilantro or thai basil would be a nice compliment.

Steps


Combine soy sauce , water and next 4 ingredients in a large dutch oven and bring to a boil.
Remove from heat.
Cover and steep 10 minutes.
Add chicken , breast side down.
Bring to a boil.
Cover , reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes , turning every 15 minute.
Remove from heat , let chicken stand , breast side down , 20 minute transfer to cutting board , reserving cooking liquid.
Cool completely.
Strain liquid through a sieve into a bowl.
Discard solids.
Return liquid to pot.
Bring to a boil.
Cook until reduced to 3 / 4 c , about 15 minute.
Remove chicken from bones and cut into bite sized pieces.
Discard bones.
Place noodles on a platter and top with chicken , cucumbers , green onions and peanuts.
Drizzle with reserved cooking liquid and serve immediately.

Ingredients


low sodium soy sauce, water, sake, sugar, fresh ginger, garlic, roasting chickens, cellophane noodles, cucumbers, green onion, peanuts