Low Carb Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions
Delightfully light and flavorful, this Low Carb Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions is the perfect healthy dinner option packed with vibrant aromas and fresh ingredients. Tender chicken breasts are steamed to perfection alongside thinly sliced ginger and scallions, preserving their natural flavors and moisture. A quick and savory sauce made of low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic elevates the dish while keeping it low carb and guilt-free. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep but delivers restaurant-quality results, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a wholesome meal for two. Serve fresh and garnished with crisp scallions for a beautifully balanced plate. Keywords: low carb chicken recipe, steamed chicken with ginger, healthy dinner ideas, soy sauce chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 inch (thinly sliced) fresh ginger
- 4 stalks (cut into 2-inch pieces) scallions (green onions)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Prepare the chicken by patting the breasts dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Set up a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Ensure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
Place the chicken breasts in the steamer basket along with the sliced ginger and half of the scallions.
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the chicken for 18-20 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is steaming, prepare the sauce by heating olive oil in a small pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Let the sauce gently simmer for another minute, then remove from heat.
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the steamer basket and allow it to rest for 2 minutes.
Slice the chicken breasts and plate them. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken.
Garnish with the remaining fresh scallions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 2447 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.8 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 132 mg | 3% | |
*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.
