Weight Watchers Spicy Chinese Chicken Recipe with boneless skinless chicken breast. A quick and easy 20 minute dinner with 5 WW Freestyle Points and 6 Smart Points
This Spicy Chinese Chicken recipe offers a tantalizing blend of savory flavors with a kick of heat, creating a satisfying meal that’s both quick and easy to prepare. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you’re craving something delicious but don’t have a lot of time to spare. Plus, with only 5 WW Freestyle Points and 6 Smart Points per serving, it’s a smart choice for those following the Weight Watchers program or anyone seeking a healthier dinner option.
The key to this recipe’s bold flavor lies in its simple yet flavorful sauce. A combination of white wine vinegar, chicken broth, soy sauce, artificial sweetener, ground ginger, and cornstarch creates a rich and tangy sauce that perfectly complements the tender chicken breast pieces. This sauce not only infuses the chicken with mouthwatering flavor but also thickens beautifully to coat each piece, creating a luscious and satisfying dish.
To prepare this dish, start by mixing together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl, allowing the flavors to meld while you prepare the chicken. Then, in a wok or skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and stir-fry minced garlic, chopped scallions, and red pepper flakes until fragrant. Next, add in the chicken breast pieces and cook until they’re browned and cooked through, soaking up all the delicious flavors from the aromatics.
Once the chicken is cooked, pour in the prepared sauce and simmer until it thickens, coating the chicken in a glossy, flavorful glaze. Serve the spicy Chinese chicken over cooked brown rice for a satisfying and complete meal. The combination of tender chicken, spicy sauce, and fluffy rice creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Whether you’re following the Weight Watchers program or simply looking for a delicious and wholesome dinner option, this Spicy Chinese Chicken recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your meal rotation. It’s proof that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor or satisfaction to enjoy a healthy and balanced meal that can be on the table in a flash.
PREP TIME 10MINUTES MINS
COOK TIME 10MINUTES MINS
TOTAL TIME 20MINUTES MINS
COURSE Main Course
CUISINE Chinese
SERVINGS4
INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
¾ cup chicken broth
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp artificial sweetener
½ tsp ground ginger
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp olive oil
2 tsp garlic minced
2 medium scallion chopped
½ tsp red pepper flakes
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 2 inch pieces
2 cups cooked brown rice
INSTRUCTIONS
Using a small mixing bowl, combine vinegar, chicken broth, soy sauce, sweetener, ginger, and corn starch. Mix well. Set aside.
In a wok, or skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
In the skillet or wok, add garlic, red pepper flakes, and scallions. Stir-fry approx 2 minutes. Add in chicken. Cook until the chicken is browned approx 5 additional minutes.
Mix in the prepared sauce. Simmer until chicken is fully cooked, and the sauce thickens. Approx 3 additional minutes.
Serve over cooked brown rice.
MyWW Points: 5 Blue Plan and 6 Green Plan
5 WW Freestyle Points and 6 Smart Points
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NUTRITION
Serving: 281gCalories: 292.4kcalCarbohydrates: 28.6gProtein: 28.5gFat: 6.3gSaturated Fat: 1.7gCholesterol: 72.6mgSodium: 777.3mgFiber: 2.2gSugar: 0.5g
