Description
Ginger Steamed Chicken is a fragrant, tender dish that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Infused with fresh ginger and garlic, this recipe captures the essence of home-cooked goodness while being healthy and easy to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish pairs beautifully with rice or noodles, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 green spring onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients; finely chop ginger and garlic.
- In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bring water to a gentle boil in a pot and set up a steamer basket above it.
- Place marinated chicken in the steamer basket; cover tightly. Steam for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from heat and let rest briefly before slicing. Garnish with spring onions and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg