Scallion and Ginger-Spiced Chicken

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Serves 4
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 tsp olive oil
1/4 cup minced scallion whites
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
2 tsp sugar or Stevia
Salt and pepper
Soy sauce to taste
1/2 cup sliced scallion greens

Directions
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. In a large, heavy skillet , heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add chicken and sear until well-browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and cover with foil.

Reduce heat to medium and add scallion whites, garlic and ginger. Cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, rice wine vinegar, hoisin sauce and sugar. Bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.

Return chicken and juices to skillet, reduce heat to low. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer chicken to a warmed platter. Season sauce with soy sauce to taste and spoon over chicken. Garnish with scallion greens.