Low Fat Hainanese Steamed Chicken

Experience the delicate flavors of Low Fat Hainanese Steamed Chicken, a healthier take on the classic Southeast Asian dish. This recipe swaps the traditional use of chicken with skin for lean, skinless chicken breasts, delivering a light yet satisfying meal that's low in fat without compromising flavor. Gently steamed with aromatic ginger, garlic, and green onions, the chicken emerges tender and infused with subtle, savory notes. A drizzle of low-sodium soy sauce blended with a splash of sesame oil and a touch of white pepper adds a tantalizing finish, while crisp cucumber slices provide a refreshing accompaniment. Ready in just 40 minutes, this calorie-conscious dish makes for a perfect weekday dinner. Pair it with a side of steamed rice for a complete, balanced meal that's bursting with wholesome goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces skinless chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 thumb-sized piece ginger
• 2 stalks green onions
• 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 medium cucumber

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Lightly rub them with salt on all sides.

Step 2

Peel and slice the ginger into thin slices. Place half inside a steamer basket or insert.

Step 3

Cut the green onions into 4-inch lengths. Use one stalk, placing it in the steamer along with the ginger.

Step 4

Lay the chicken breasts on top of the ginger and green onions in the steamer.

Step 5

Crush the garlic cloves with your palm or the side of a knife and add them to the steamer.

Step 6

Fill a pot with enough water to reach just below the steamer basket. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and place the steamer basket or insert over the pot. Cover and steam for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Step 8

While the chicken is steaming, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper in a small bowl to make the sauce.

Step 9

Slice the cucumber thinly and arrange on a serving platter.

Step 10

Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 11

Cut the remaining green onion stalk into thin rings.

Step 12

Slice the chicken across the grain into 1-inch strips and arrange on the platter with the cucumber.

Step 13

Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and garnish with the sliced green onions.

Step 14

Serve immediately with steamed white rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(552.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	603.0

Total Fat 22.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 197.2mg	0%
Sodium 3700.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.6g
Protein 78.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.4mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 619.3mg	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: 34.8%

Protein: 53.2%

Carbs: 12.1%