{"id":607,"date":"2012-09-12T23:33:18","date_gmt":"2012-09-13T06:33:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beliteweight.com\/blog\/?p=607"},"modified":"2024-08-27T00:36:47","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T07:36:47","slug":"weight-loss-recipe-healthy-chinese-chicken-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliteweight.com\/blog\/weight-loss-recipe-healthy-chinese-chicken-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Weight Loss Recipe: Healthy Chinese Chicken Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"

Maintaining a healthy diet is an important part of weight control. If you are trying to shed a few extra pounds, you do not necessarily have to starve yourself. A diet that is high in protein and fiber while also containing very little unhealthy fat can help you achieve your weight loss goals<\/a> so you will be on your way to a trimmer and more confident you.<\/p>\n

The low fat chicken breast found in this recipe provides plenty of lean protein, which is essential for building muscle. This is important if you are also incorporating exercise into your daily routine, because your metabolism increases as muscle mass increases.<\/p>\n

\"Healthy<\/a><\/p>\n

Other ingredients provide essential nutrients such as Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which contributes to healthy skin, hair and nails. Vitamin C also helps to boost the immune system. These ingredients are also high in fiber, making weight loss easier because you will feel full after eating them. These ingredients include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Red cabbage \u2022 Napa cabbage \u2022 Carrots \u2022 Sliced scallions \u2022 Water chestnuts<\/p>\n

Your body needs Omega 3 fatty acids to maintain heart health, even when you are striving to meet your weight loss goals. You can find plenty of ingredients that are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids including:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Almonds \u2022 Sesame oil \u2022 Canola oil<\/p>\n

This chicken salad is anything but bland. Several ingredients work together to give it an interesting flavor including:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Garlic \u2022 Ginger \u2022 Soy sauce \u2022 Chili sauce \u2022 Brown sugar \u2022 Rice wine vinegar<\/p>\n

Some ingredients help speed up metabolism in addition to providing other benefits. A few of the ingredients that pull double-duty are:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Garlic<\/a><\/strong> (things blood to help prevent heart disease, cardiac arrests and stroke; contain antioxidants to help prevent other kinds of cancer; helps your joints to decrease risk of osteoarthritis; helps reduce risk of catching a cold\/the flue; among other health benefits)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ginger<\/strong> (prevents and treats a cold\/flu; relieves migraines; treats morning sickness; helps prevent colon cancer; helps treat ovarian cancer; lessens pain and inflammation; among other health benefits)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Chili sauce<\/strong> (eating chilies, when consumed regularly, has been shown to lower cholesterol; maintain a healthy cholesterol; reduce the risk of stomach and colon cancer; help people fall asleep and sleep longer; prevent inflammation; among others)<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re enjoying a casual lunch or mid-afternoon snack, this chicken salad is a filling and delicious part of a low-fat meal. Now you can enjoy a tasty sandwich without having to worry about whether you will be able to maintain your weight loss goals.<\/p>\n

RECIPE<\/strong> 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 Tablespoon soy sauce \u00bd Teaspoon sesame oil 6 cups napa cabbage, shredded (about \u00bd head) 2 cups red cabbage, shredded (about \u00bc head) 1 cup carrot, shredded (about 1 large carrot) 3 scallions, thinly sliced 1 8 oz. can water chestnuts, sliced 1 11 oz. can Mandarin oranges in water, drained OPTIONAL: \u00bc cup toasted almonds, sliced<\/p>\n

1. Preheat oven to 350\u00b0 Fahrenheit. 2. Combine soy sauce and sesame oil and brush the chicken breasts with it. 3. Place chicken in a baking dish and put it into the oven. 4. Bake for approx. 12-15 minutes, until chicken is cooked through. 5. Remove from the oven. Once cool, cut the chicken breasts into slices \u00bc in. thick. 6. Combine the chicken, napa cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrot, scallions, water chestnuts and Mandarin oranges.<\/p>\n

DRESSING<\/strong> 3 Tablespoons soy sauce 1\/3 cup rice wine vinegar 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 \u00bd Teaspoons sesame oil 1 Teaspoon garlic, minced 1 Teaspoon ginger, minced 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 1 \u00bd Teaspoons chili sauce (or chili garlic sauce)<\/p>\n

1. Combine the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, canola oil, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, brown sugar and chili sauce, and whisk together. 2. Pour over the salad and top with the toasted almonds.<\/p>\n

SERVES: 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bon app\u00e9tit!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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