Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Healthy Mongolian Chicken recipe, where tender chicken breast is marinated in a savory-sweet sauce of soy, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend family dinners, this dish is a celebration of taste that will leave everyone wanting more. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp canola oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Heat canola oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Make the sauce: Pour remaining marinade into a saucepan and boil over medium heat until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Combine everything: Pour the sauce over cooked chicken and simmer together for an additional two minutes.
- Serve: Plate the chicken with extra sauce if desired; garnish with sesame seeds or green onions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (220g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg