This vibrant one-pan meal features boneless chicken breasts steamed alongside carrots, mushrooms, and red peppers in flavorful foil packets. The combination of hoisin sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic creates a rich, savory aroma that permeates the chicken and vegetables, resulting in a tender, juicy dish with a glossy, slightly sweet glaze. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch prep option. The foil-wrapping method ensures even cooking and retains moisture, making the chicken succulent while keeping the vegetables crisp-tender. Serve over hot rice for a complete, satisfying meal that brings the flavors of an Asian kitchen to your table with minimal cleanup.
Oriental Foil-Wrapped Chicken With Vegetables
Description
This vibrant one-pan meal features boneless chicken breasts steamed alongside carrots, mushrooms, and red peppers in flavorful foil packets. The combination of hoisin sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic creates a rich, savory aroma that permeates the chicken and vegetables, resulting in a tender, juicy dish with a glossy, slightly sweet glaze. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch prep option. The foil-wrapping method ensures even cooking and retains moisture, making the chicken succulent while keeping the vegetables crisp-tender. Serve over hot rice for a complete, satisfying meal that brings the flavors of an Asian kitchen to your table with minimal cleanup.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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Cut 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each approximately 18 inches square.
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Divide the chicken breasts, carrots, mushrooms, and red pepper strips evenly among the 4 foil sheets, placing them in the center.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and ground red pepper.
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Spoon the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables on each foil sheet.
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Fold the foil over the filling and crimp the edges tightly to create sealed packets, ensuring no steam can escape.
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Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
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Carefully open the packets (watch for hot steam) and serve immediately, optionally over hot cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 377.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.4g9%
- Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
- Cholesterol 85.0mg29%
- Sodium 362.1mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 47.4g16%
- Dietary Fiber 9.3g38%
- Sugars 5.7g
- Protein 38.9g78%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a gluten-free version, ensure your hoisin sauce is certified gluten-free or substitute with a gluten-free Asian BBQ sauce.
You can substitute the carrots and mushrooms with broccoli florets, snap peas, or bok choy for variety.
If the chicken breasts are very thick, pound them to an even thickness before seasoning to ensure they cook evenly within the 25-30 minute timeframe.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or a skillet.
