21st Century Chinatown - Martin Yan's Chinatowns (Episode 11)

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a great plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

White grape juice maintains sweetness, while apple cider vinegar adds acidity.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine is often more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is a lower-calorie option, while seasoned water is cost-effective.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Sauté chicken in the skillet until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

Add garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour in white wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.

Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add grapes and kiwi to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then add to the skillet to thicken the sauce.

Stir in lemon juice and fresh basil before serving.

Serve the chicken topped with the grape and kiwi mixture.

Cooking Techniques

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