Heart-Healthy Asian Glazed Chicken
Delight in the bold flavors of this **Heart-Healthy Asian Glazed Chicken**, a nourishing twist on a beloved classic. This recipe features tender, lean chicken breasts infused with a low-sodium soy sauce glaze kissed with honey, rice vinegar, and the warming zing of fresh ginger and garlic. A quick marinade locks in flavor, while a combination of pan-searing and oven-baking ensures juicy, perfectly cooked chicken every time. The glaze, thickened with a cornstarch slurry, creates a luscious coating that's finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions for added texture and brightness. This easy-to-make dish, ready in just 40 minutes, pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or fiber-rich brown rice for a wholesome, well-balanced meal that’s as good for the heart as it is for the taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, this recipe delivers authentic Asian-inspired flavors in a health-conscious way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper to create the glaze.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or ziplock bag and pour half of the glaze over them. Reserve the remaining glaze for later.
Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place a non-stick oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts, searing each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
Meanwhile, pour the reserved glaze into a small saucepan. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, then add this mixture to the glaze.
Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and bubbles, about 5 minutes.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and pour the thickened glaze over the top.
Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the glazed chicken before serving.
Serve with your choice of steamed vegetables or brown rice for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2511 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 226.4 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1914 mg | 41% | |
*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.
