Gingered Chicken Breast 🍗
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 53 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Discover a tantalizing recipe sourced from the South Beach Diet book, promising a burst of flavors and succulence to your palate. This gingered chicken breast recipe, while untested by the submitter, holds the promise of a delightful addition to any cookbook, blending zesty lemon, aromatic ginger, and savory garlic for a wholesome, low-carb, high-protein meal that’s both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 134.2
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 68.4mg
- Sodium: 77.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 1.1g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Protein: 27.4g
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Ginger Marinade:
- In a small bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, minced ginger, ground black pepper, and minced garlic. Stir well until thoroughly mixed, forming a fragrant ginger marinade.
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Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breast halves in a large bowl.
- Pour the ginger marinade over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated. Use tongs to turn the chicken breasts to coat them completely in the marinade.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse the chicken. For optimal results, marinate for up to 2 hours, enhancing the depth of flavor.
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Preheat the Skillet:
- Prior to cooking, spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat until it’s hot and ready for cooking.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Carefully add the marinated chicken breasts to the preheated skillet, using tongs to arrange them in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Ensure to turn the chicken breasts only once during cooking to achieve a perfectly tender texture.
- Once cooked, transfer the gingered chicken breasts to a serving platter.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish the gingered chicken breasts with freshly chopped parsley or sliced green onions for an extra burst of freshness and color.
- Pair this delectable dish with your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables, quinoa, or a crisp garden salad for a well-balanced meal.
- Serve immediately and savor the delightful flavors of this ginger-infused culinary masterpiece!
Keywords:
Poultry, Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Healthy, High In…, Less Than 60 Minutes, Oven, Easy
