3 1/2 c. water
1/2 c. soy sauce
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. ginger
1 onion, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1 (4-5 lb.) chicken

Combine together all ingredients except chicken. Bring to a boil. Add chicken, cover and boil 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 20 minutes. Remove chicken from liquid place in shallow baking dish with rack. Bake at 400 degrees for 45 minutes.