Ginger Minted Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Ginger Minted Chicken recipe! Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a tantalizing blend of fresh ginger, garlic, and mint leaves, balanced with the zesty brightness of lemon juice, a touch of honey, and the umami richness of soy sauce. Gently cooked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh mint, this dish is a perfect harmony of savory, tangy, and refreshing flavors. Quick to prepare yet deeply satisfying, this recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a wholesome, aromatic meal, Ginger Minted Chicken promises to be your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons (grated) Fresh ginger
- 3 pieces (minced) Garlic cloves
- 1 cup (loosely packed, chopped) Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and lightly tenderize them using a meat mallet. Set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped mint leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). This will serve as your marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring they are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the marinated chicken breasts onto the skillet or grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Avoid overcooking to retain moisture.
Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the Ginger Minted Chicken warm, garnished with a few extra mint leaves and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Pair with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.7 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4051 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 230.2 g | 460% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 849 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 28.7 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 1838 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
