Asian Braised Chicken with Almond Milk

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Asian Braised Chicken with Almond Milk
30 min.
2
378kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal, this Asian Braised Chicken with Almond Milk is the perfect choice! This dish combines tender boneless skinless chicken thighs with aromatic garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of rice vinegar for a flavor-packed experience. What makes this recipe truly special is the addition of unsweetened almond milk, which gives the sauce a creamy richness while keeping it dairy-free and gluten-free.

Whether you're following a gluten-free or dairy-free diet, this dish is a great option that doesn’t compromise on taste. The balance of savory, slightly sweet, and tangy flavors is sure to satisfy your taste buds, while the tender chicken pairs perfectly with a bed of fluffy jasmine rice. The quick cooking time of just 30 minutes makes it ideal for busy weekdays when you want something comforting but still light and nutritious.

With only 378 calories per serving, this braised chicken dish is a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy a flavorful, wholesome meal. Plus, it's easy to customize to your taste preferences – whether you want it spicier or with extra veggies, the possibilities are endless! Give this recipe a try, and enjoy a satisfying and comforting meal that's both gluten-free and dairy-free.

Ingredients

  •  bay leaf 
  • servings jasmine rice cooked
  • 0.5 cup so delicious dairy free almond plus almondmilk unsweetened
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • tablespoon rice vinegar 
  • tablespoons scallions green minced
  •  chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • tablespoons soya sauce gluten-free for (see note above )
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Rinse chicken thighs under cold running water and pat to dry with paper towel.
  2. Cut each chicken thigh into bite size.In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook garlic over medium heat until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken thighs and cook until brown.Stir in soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar and bay leaf. Reduce heat to medium-low heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.Uncover, add almond milk to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes.Take the bay leaf out and stir in minced scallions.
  4. Serve with cooked jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories378kcal
Protein31.95%
Fat31.76%
Carbs36.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
169.75
Glycemic Load
29.33
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
18.648695634759%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.69mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:378.29kcal
18.91%
Fat:13.13g
20.19%
Saturated Fat:2.32g
14.51%
Carbohydrates:33.75g
11.25%
Net Carbohydrates:32.67g
11.88%
Sugar:8.31g
9.23%
Cholesterol:107.35mg
35.78%
Sodium:2143.66mg
93.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.71g
59.42%
Vitamin B3:10.05mg
50.23%
Selenium:33.65µg
48.07%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.38%
Manganese:0.64mg
31.95%
Phosphorus:299.27mg
29.93%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.05%
Vitamin B12:1.36µg
22.67%
Vitamin K:19.96µg
19.01%
Vitamin E:2.77mg
18.43%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.22%
Zinc:2.46mg
16.42%
Potassium:493.21mg
14.09%
Iron:2.41mg
13.41%
Magnesium:51.96mg
12.99%
Copper:0.25mg
12.7%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.31%
Calcium:118.65mg
11.86%
Folate:36.27µg
9.07%
Vitamin C:6.34mg
7.68%
Vitamin A:322.17IU
6.44%
Vitamin D:0.71µg
4.72%
Fiber:1.07g
4.29%