This steamed chicken is delicious and popular in Southeast Asian countries, where it’s typically served with chicken rice. We love it so much. It is very easy to make.
Ingredients
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 cup salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 5 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 sprigs fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Place chicken and salt in a bowl. Evenly rub salt into chicken. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 2
Place a steamer basket into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Rinse chicken and place into the basket. Bring water to a boil; cover and steam chicken until juices run clear, about 30 minutes.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Mix in garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil, then remove from heat.
Step 4
Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with cilantro to serve.
Editor’s Note:
The sodium amount listed in the nutrition for this recipe does not include 1 cup salt, much of which is rinsed off in Step 2.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 408 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat30g | 38% |
Saturated Fat5g | 24% |
Cholesterol61mg | 20% |
Sodium1382mg | 60% |
Total Carbohydrate10g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 5% |
Total Sugars3g | |
Protein26g | |
Vitamin C6mg | 29% |
Calcium37mg | 3% |
Iron2mg | 9% |
Potassium325mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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