Poached Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce
Savor the delightful flavors of poached chicken infused with aromatic ginger and scallions. This quick and easy dish combines tender chicken breast with a zesty ginger scallion sauce, making it a perfect choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With minimal ingredients and simple preparation, you can create a nutritious meal in just under 30 minutes that is sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 scallions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- 1. Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover them with broth or water.
- 2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat; avoid boiling.
- 3. Cook covered for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 4. While cooking, whisk together ginger, scallions, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- 5. Remove the chicken from the liquid, let cool slightly, then shred or slice.
- 6. Serve on plates drizzled with ginger scallion sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 125mg