Description
This Saucy Plum Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a sweet and tangy plum sauce made with plum jam, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. It’s a quick, flavorful stovetop dish perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Plum 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 the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cook the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C).
- Make the plum sauce: 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.
- Add and simmer the sauce: Pour the plum sauce mixture into the skillet with the cooked chicken. Bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken beautifully.
- Serve: Spoon the thickened sauce over the chicken breasts and serve immediately, pairing with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in half the plum sauce mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute plum jam with apricot or peach jam if unavailable.
- Adjust the soy sauce amount to control saltiness based on your preference.
- Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or a fresh green salad for a balanced dish.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs as an alternative for a juicier texture.
