High Protein Asian Glazed Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible High Protein Asian Glazed Chicken, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty sauce of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sriracha, infused with the aromatic warmth of fresh ginger and garlic. The dish is finished with a glossy cornstarch-thickened glaze that clings to every bite, delivering bold flavors in every mouthful. Garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this high-protein recipe is both satisfying and healthy, making it ideal for meal prep or a quick family dinner. Serve over fluffy steamed rice or paired with roasted veggies for a well-balanced, flavor-packed meal that will rival your favorite takeout!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by marinating the chicken. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic cloves. Mix until well blended.
Place the chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour half of the soy sauce mixture over the chicken, reserving the rest for later. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the remaining reserved soy sauce mixture.
In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the saucepan with the soy sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook until it thickens, approximately 2-3 minutes, then set aside.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts, discarding the marinade.
Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Reduce the heat to low and pour the prepared glaze over the chicken in the skillet. Toss the chicken to coat evenly in the glaze, allowing it to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice or your choice of side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4422 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g | ||
| Protein | 223.1 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*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.
