Ginger Orange Chicken Hcg P2
Elevate your meal plan with this zesty and aromatic Ginger Orange Chicken, specially crafted for the HCG Phase 2 diet. Bursting with bright citrus notes from freshly juiced orange and a touch of grated zest, this dish combines lean, tender chicken breast with the warm spiciness of fresh ginger. Seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powders, this recipe uses stevia for a hint of natural sweetness, creating a balanced and flavorful sauce that complements the low-calorie guidelines of HCG P2. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s a one-serving delight that pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables or a crisp salad. This gluten-free, sugar-free, and guilt-free recipe is proof that clean eating can be truly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 small Orange
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 packet Stevia
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Juice the small orange into a bowl and zest its peel, ensuring you only scrape the orange part of the rind (avoid the white pith for less bitterness). Set aside the juice and zest.
Thinly slice or dice the chicken breast into bite-size pieces for even cooking. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Peel and finely grate or mince the fresh ginger.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of water to prevent sticking. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned and mostly cooked through.
Pour the fresh orange juice into the skillet and add the orange zest, grated ginger, and stevia. Stir gently to distribute the flavors evenly.
Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the sauce to simmer for 5-7 minutes, reducing slightly. Continue stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce clings lightly to the meat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or stevia as preferred.
Serve hot and enjoy immediately, perhaps with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad, all in line with HCG Phase 2 guidelines.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 660 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 425 mg | 9% | |
*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.
