Simple Steamed Chicken
Elevate your weeknight meal game with this Simple Steamed Chicken recipe—an effortless yet healthy dish packed with flavor and goodness. Marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic, the chicken breasts are gently steamed to juicy perfection, preserving their natural tenderness. This light yet satisfying recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it a convenient choice for busy days. Topped with fragrant spring onions and served alongside steamed rice or vegetables, this dish offers a perfectly balanced and aromatic dining experience. Whether you're seeking a low-oil, steamed chicken recipe or a wholesome family dinner idea, this dish will quickly become a mealtime favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 stalks spring onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Begin by preparing the ingredients: peel and julienne the ginger, peel and mince the garlic, and slice the spring onions thinly.
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring that they are fully coated.
Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature. For more flavor, marinate for up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
While the chicken is marinating, set up your steaming equipment. Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil.
Place the marinated chicken on a heatproof plate that fits comfortably inside the steamer basket or on a steaming rack.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to maintain a medium flame. Carefully place the steaming basket or rack with the chicken inside the pot.
Cover the pot and steam for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 165°F (75°C).
When cooked, remove the chicken from the steamer and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with sliced spring onions before serving, and optionally, drizzle with additional sesame oil or soy sauce.
Serve the steamed chicken warm, accompanied by steamed rice or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1414 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.7 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1147 mg | 24% | |
*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.
