Empress Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Combine soy sauce, sherry, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, anise and five spice powder in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Add chicken and marinate 15 minutes.
3. 3
   In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil.
4. 4
   Add chicken breasts with marinade.
5. 5
   Reduce heat to low and poach chicken, turning occasionally, 15 minutes, just until opaque throughout.
6. 6
   Remove chicken and set aside.
7. 7
   Boil poaching liquid until reduced by half.
8. 8
   Add dissolved cornstarch and cook, stirring, until smooth and thick.
9. 9
   Slice chicken thin.
10. 10
    Pour sauce over slices.
11. 11
    Serve warm or at room temperature.