Description
Ginger Steamed Chicken offers a deliciously light yet flavorful dining experience. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a fragrant blend of fresh ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, then steamed to perfection. This dish not only delights your taste buds but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and rinse under cold water. Pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Marinate chicken in this mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Fill a pot with about an inch of water and bring to a simmer. Place a steamer basket inside.
- Add the marinated chicken to the steamer basket, ensuring pieces are spaced apart for even cooking.
- Cover tightly and steam for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 115mg