Description
Rustic ginger almond chicken brings fragrant Southeast Asian flavors to your dinner table. Tender chicken pieces mingle with crisp almonds and zesty ginger, creating a delightful meal that invites warm culinary memories.
Ingredients
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Ginger Almond Chicken
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1.5–2 pounds total, 680–907 grams)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) julienned fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Liquid and Thickening Ingredients:
- 4 teaspoons canola oil or vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) mango chutney, large pieces chopped
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) chicken broth
Garnish:
- 4 large scallions (or 6 small), trimmed
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) sliced almonds, toasted
Instructions
- Delicately slice chicken into uniform half-inch strips across the grain, ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking ground coriander, freshly grated ginger, oil, vinegar, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until achieving a silky smooth consistency.
- Immerse chicken strips completely in the prepared marinade, allowing them to absorb flavors at room temperature for a quarter-hour.
- Meticulously prepare scallions by separating white and green sections – thinly slice white portions and carefully julienne green parts, setting aside for later garnishing.
- Craft a harmonious chutney sauce by combining mango chutney, rich chicken broth, and finely minced garlic in a separate bowl.
- Heat a skillet over medium flame and carefully cook marinated chicken strips, transforming them to a golden brown while ensuring thorough internal cooking.
- Pour the prepared chutney mixture into the skillet, allowing the liquid to gently simmer and create a glossy coating on the chicken.
- Elevate the dish’s presentation by sprinkling toasted almonds and delicate scallion greens over the finished chicken, adding textural contrast and fresh aromatics.
Notes
- Discover a tantalizing fusion of Asian-inspired flavors that transforms ordinary chicken into an extraordinary culinary experience.
- Marinating chicken allows deep penetration of spices, creating tender, flavorful meat that melts in your mouth with every bite.
- Toasting almonds releases their rich, nutty essence, adding a delightful crunch that perfectly complements the succulent chicken’s smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg