Ginger Chicken with Almonds

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
14%
Ginger Chicken with Almonds
30 min.
4
336kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dining experience with a dish that is both flavorful and healthy? Introducing our Ginger Chicken with Almonds, a gluten-free and dairy-free recipe that is sure to impress! Perfectly suited for lunch or dinner, this popular main course can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those busy weeknights when you still want to serve something delicious to your family or guests.

This dish combines succulent, boneless chicken breast halves that are marinated in vibrant spices and fresh ginger, leading to an explosion of flavors with every bite. The addition of crispy sliced almonds not only gives a delightful crunch but also brings a nutty richness to the dish. The mango chutney adds a perfect hint of sweetness that harmonizes beautifully with the savory elements, resulting in a well-balanced culinary masterpiece.

Whether you’re looking for a quick meal or wanting to impress at a gathering, Ginger Chicken with Almonds fits all occasions with its vibrant colors and robust flavors. Served with rice or as a low-carb option, this dish is versatile and easy to love. Try it today, and watch as it quickly becomes a favorite on your dinner table!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless ()
  • teaspoons ground coriander 
  • teaspoon ginger plus) fresh grated julienned
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • teaspoons white-wine vinegar 
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • large scallions trimmed (or 6 small)
  • 0.5 cup mango chutney chopped
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup almonds toasted sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • wok

Directions

  1. Slice chicken crosswise into ½-inch-thick pieces.
  2. Whisk the ground coriander, grated ginger, 2 teaspoons of the oil, vinegar, corn starch, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, making sure there are no lumps of corn starch.
  3. Add the chicken and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  4. Prepare scallions: Thinly slice white parts of scallions. Julienne green parts; set aside.
  5. together chutney, broth, and garlic in a small bowl.
  6. Stir-fry:
  7. Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet (or wok) over medium-high heat.
  8. Add scallion whites and julienned ginger; stir-fry 30 seconds.
  9. Add chicken and stir-fry until thoroughly cooked, 4 to 6 minutes.
  10. Add scallion greens and chutney mixture; cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
  11. Transfer to shallow bowls with hot cooked rice (or without rice, for low-carb version).
  12. Sprinkle with toasted almond slices and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories336kcal
Protein31.16%
Fat28.44%
Carbs40.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.5
Glycemic Load
16.38
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.884782573451%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:336.11kcal
16.81%
Fat:10.59g
16.3%
Saturated Fat:1.57g
9.83%
Carbohydrates:33.85g
11.28%
Net Carbohydrates:31.54g
11.47%
Sugar:21.53g
23.92%
Cholesterol:72.61mg
24.2%
Sodium:494.73mg
21.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.11g
52.23%
Vitamin B3:12.2mg
61.02%
Vitamin K:60.47µg
57.59%
Selenium:37.85µg
54.07%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.42%
Phosphorus:288.74mg
28.87%
Vitamin B5:1.67mg
16.73%
Potassium:585.08mg
16.72%
Vitamin E:2.25mg
15.02%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.33%
Magnesium:55.79mg
13.95%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.14%
Vitamin C:10.28mg
12.46%
Fiber:2.32g
9.27%
Copper:0.17mg
8.53%
Iron:1.43mg
7.93%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.46%
Folate:27.82µg
6.96%
Zinc:1.03mg
6.86%
Calcium:57.63mg
5.76%
Vitamin A:284.25IU
5.69%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.82%