Ginger-Scallion Chicken with Asian Salad |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 27 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This makes a nice luncheon meal - lots of flavor, but little fat with the exception of the sesame. Ingredients:
1/2 inch ginger, minced |
4 cloves garlic, crushed |
3 scallions, chopped |
4 tablespoons sesame oil |
1 1/4 teaspoons salt |
3/4 teaspoon pepper |
4 chicken breasts |
2 carrots, chopped |
1/4 lb snow peas |
2 cups bean sprouts |
3 tablespoons cilantro |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of |
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
1 pinch sugar |
1 tablespoon sesame seeds |
Directions:
1. Combine ginger, garlic, and scallions with 2 tbs sesame oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper.
2. Set aside 1 tbs and smear the remaining mixture on the chicken.
3. Broil or grill the chicken 5-7 minutes per side.
4. Combine carrots, snow peas, and sprouts.
5. Blend reserved garlic mixture with cilantro, lemon juice and zest, red pepper, sugar, sesame seeds, and the remaining sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
6. Toss vegetables with this dressing and serve with the chicken breasts.
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