Heart-Healthy Bamboo Steamed Chicken
Elevate your healthy eating game with this flavorful and nourishing Heart-Healthy Bamboo Steamed Chicken! This recipe combines tender, marinated chicken breasts with vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper, carrots, and spring onions, all steamed to perfection in a traditional bamboo steamer for a light, oil-free cooking method. Infused with the savory essence of low-sodium soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of sesame oil, this dish delivers bold flavors while keeping sodium and fat in check. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lemon, this heart-smart meal is perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious, low-fat, and effortless dining option. Serve it with whole grains or leafy greens for a complete, guilt-free dinner that's pleasing to both the palate and well-being.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 inch piece, sliced fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 4 stalks, chopped spring onions
- 1 sliced red bell pepper
- 1 julienned carrot
- 0.5 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by marinating the chicken breasts. In a bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, sliced fresh ginger, and the juice of half a lemon with 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Place the chicken in this mixture, ensuring it is well-coated, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Step 2
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, chop the spring onions, and set them aside separately.
Step 3
Fill a medium-sized pot with 1 cup of water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Ensure that the pot is the right size for your bamboo steamer.
Step 4
Arrange the marinated chicken breasts in the bamboo steamer, ensuring there is space between each piece for the steam to circulate.
Step 5
Spread the sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, and chopped spring onions over the chicken in the steamer. This will allow their flavors to infuse into the chicken while steaming.
Step 6
Place the bamboo steamer over the simmering water. Cover and allow the chicken and vegetables to steam for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Step 7
Once cooked, remove the bamboo steamer from the heat. Allow the chicken to rest for a couple of minutes, then transfer it to a serving platter.
Step 8
Garnish the top with freshly chopped cilantro and an additional squeeze of lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
Step 9
Serve the heart-healthy bamboo steamed chicken warm with your choice of whole grains or leafy greens for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1163g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1366.1 |
| Total Fat 39.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1575.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 19.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.8g | |
| Protein 222.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 34.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 183.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2256.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories