Tangy Soy-Lime Glazed Chicken with Crisp Apple-Celery Slaw
This dish is a vibrant symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, featuring succulent chicken coated in a glistening, aromatic soy-lime glaze that tantalizes the palate with its complex umami depth. The chicken's rich flavor is beautifully contrasted by a refreshing slaw, where crisp apple and crunchy celery mingle with the subtle bite of fresh onion, all brightened by a zesty vinegar dressing. This recipe draws inspiration from the dynamic flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine, offering a light yet deeply satisfying experience. It's a dish that truly awakens the senses, delivering an exciting interplay of textures and an unforgettable burst of freshness in every bite.
Ingredients
- •2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- •1 large apple, cored and thinly sliced or julienned
- •2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- •0.5 small red onion, very thinly sliced
- •60 ml soy sauce
- •30 ml fresh lime juice (from about 1-2 limes)
- •15 ml rice vinegar
- •15 grams sugar
- •15 ml olive oil
- •3 grams salt
- •2 grams black pepper
Dietary Info
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the slaw: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced apple, celery, and red onion.
- 2
Make the slaw dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, 5 grams of sugar, 15 ml of olive oil, 1 gram of salt, and 1 gram of pepper. Pour the dressing over the slaw ingredients and toss gently to combine. Set aside to marinate while you cook the chicken.
- 3
Prepare the glaze: In another small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, and remaining 10 grams of sugar.
- 4
Season the chicken breasts with 2 grams of salt and 1 gram of pepper.
- 5
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil if needed. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the soy-lime glaze over the chicken in the skillet. Let it simmer and reduce, turning the chicken occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the chicken beautifully, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- 8
Serve the glazed chicken alongside the crisp apple-celery slaw.
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