Low Sodium Asian Glazed Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Low Sodium Asian Glazed Chicken, a flavorful and heart-healthy take on a classic dish. Juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts are coated in a luxurious glaze made with low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and a touch of sesame oil for an irresistible umami-packed bite. The glaze is thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry, creating a silky sauce that clings beautifully to the tender chicken. Garnished with vibrant green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this dish pairs effortlessly with steamed vegetables or brown rice for a wholesome, low-sodium meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect balance of quick, nutritious, and indulgent.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 0.25 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a bowl, combine low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Stir well to make the glaze.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the glaze over the chicken, ensuring they are well coated. Season with black pepper.

Step 4

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While baking, mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl to form a slurry. This will help thicken the glaze.

Step 6

After 20 minutes, remove the foil from the baking dish and pour the cornstarch slurry over the chicken. Stir gently to combine.

Step 7

Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is thickened.

Step 8

Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 9

Garnish the glazed chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with your choice of side, such as steamed vegetables or brown rice, for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1559.7

Total Fat 41.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2829.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 49.6g
Protein 223.3g	0%

Vitamin D 34.8IU	0%
Calcium 126.8mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2132.1mg	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: 24.3%

Protein: 58.6%

Carbs: 17.1%