Nutrition Facts for High protein chicken in brown sauce

High Protein Chicken in Brown Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Chicken in Brown Sauce, a quick and flavorful dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with tender, juicy chicken breast and coated in a rich, umami-packed soy-based sauce, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy meal full of protein and bold flavor. The aromatic blend of ginger, garlic, and sesame oil adds depth, while a hint of brown sugar balances the savory notes with subtle sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish transforms humble ingredients like scallions and cornstarch into a luscious, thick brown sauce that clings perfectly to the chicken. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or alongside crisp vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for busy cooks, this easy chicken stir-fry ensures incredible taste without compromising your fitness goals!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken breast
  • 60 ml soy sauce
  • 120 ml water
  • 15 g cornstarch
  • 15 g brown sugar
  • 10 g ginger, minced
  • 10 g garlic, minced
  • 15 ml sesame oil
  • 30 ml olive oil
  • 50 g scallions, chopped
  • 2 g black pepper
  • 2 g salt

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, water, cornstarch, and brown sugar until smooth to create the sauce mixture.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced ginger and garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chicken slices to the skillet and cook for approximately 7-8 minutes, until the chicken is no longer pink and is cooked through.

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the chicken, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Drizzle the sesame oil over the chicken and stir well to combine.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped scallions, stir to mix, and remove from heat.

Step 9

Serve immediately with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (833.3g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1296.5
Total Fat 61.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.2g
Cholesterol 430mg 0%
Sodium 4784.3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.9g 0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g 0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 148.0g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 193.3mg 0%
Iron 5.2mg 0%
Potassium 1890.4mg 0%
*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%
Protein: 45.1%
Carbs: 12.8%