Heart-Healthy Ayam Asam Manis
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Heart-Healthy Ayam Asam Manis, a lighter twist on the beloved Indonesian sweet and sour chicken dish. This recipe prioritizes nutritious, wholesome ingredients like skinless chicken breast, a medley of colorful bell peppers, juicy pineapple chunks, and a tangy-sweet homemade sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and tomato paste. Sautéed in heart-friendly olive oil and thickened with a touch of cornstarch, this dish offers a perfect balance of zesty freshness and rich savoriness without compromising your health goals. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal option for busy evenings and pairs wonderfully with brown rice or steamed vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this guilt-free version of Ayam Asam Manis is perfect for anyone seeking a flavorful, heart-healthy dinner choice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 200 grams pineapple chunks
- 1 medium onion
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 150 milliliters water
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Cut the skinless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Dice the red and green bell peppers into small chunks.
Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
Introduce the pineapple chunks and cooked chicken back to the skillet.
In a small bowl, mix low-sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, tomato paste, cornstarch, and water.
Pour this sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.
Stir well to ensure everything is coated, bring the mixture to a simmer, and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
Season with black pepper to taste.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot with a side of brown rice or steamed vegetables for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 411 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 1412 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.6 g | ||
| Protein | 164.7 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1514 mg | 32% | |
*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.
