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Heart Healthy Ginger Chicken Recipe

               
Ginger Chicken
Looking for a boldly savory meal that is ready in mere minutes? This mouthwateringly zesty chicken dinner is made with pantry-friendly spices, leftover chicken (or rotisserie), and rice for a speedy but satisfying bite.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 4 servings
1/4 cup minced scallions
1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger or ginger juice
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp white vinegar
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast, warmed
2 cups cooked brown rice, warmed
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Directions
Step 1

In a blender, combine scallions, ginger, lemon juice, soy sauce, sugar and vinegar, and blend until smooth. Arrange chicken over rice and top with ginger sauce.

Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 206
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Dietary Review:
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Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian.
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 3/4 cup chicken, 1/2 cup rice
Per serving:
calories:206
total fat:6g
sat fat:2g
cholesterol:30mg
sodium:324mg
total carb:24g
fibers:2g
proteins:13g

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Searching for a quick and easy recipe that can be ready in just 15 minutes? Look no further, as we have just the recipe for you! This heart-healthy Ginger Chicken recipe calls for just 8 ingredients and is sure to satisfy those taste buds! Each serving contains just 24 grams of carbohydrates, making it a delicious and diabetic-friendly recipe. Another great thing about this chicken recipe? It is low in fat (2g saturated fat per serving), but high in protein (13 grams), making it a great option for anyone following a heart-healthy diet. Although this recipe may seem too good to be true, it gets even better! At 206 calories per serving, this high-protein meal is sure to fill you up without the added calories. Make this quick and easy recipe for lunch or dinner. Enjoy!

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Heart Healthy Ginger Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
Recipe yields 4 servings
1/4 cup minced scallions
1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger or ginger juice
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp white vinegar
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast, warmed
2 cups cooked brown rice, warmed
Directions
Step 1

In a blender, combine scallions, ginger, lemon juice, soy sauce, sugar and vinegar, and blend until smooth. Arrange chicken over rice and top with ginger sauce.

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