Description
This recipe for Saucy Plum Chicken features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy plum sauce infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a delicious and easy weeknight meal that balances savory and fruity flavors perfectly.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 1/2 cup plum jam
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions
- Prepare and cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the hot skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Mix sauce ingredients: While the chicken cooks, whisk together the plum jam, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Simmer chicken in sauce: Pour the plum sauce mixture directly into the skillet with the cooked chicken. Bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken breasts.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and spoon the plum sauce over the chicken breasts. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables to complete the meal.
- Adjust the amount of plum jam based on your preferred level of sweetness.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if you require a gluten-free dish.
