Description
Experience the irresistible aroma and taste of ginger chicken, combining tender chicken with a zesty ginger-soy glaze that delights every palate. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your preferences. Serve it alongside steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 green onions, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add marinated chicken in a single layer; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown on one side.
- Flip the chicken and cook until thoroughly done and no longer pink inside.
- During the last minute of cooking, add sliced green onions to the pan and stir until just wilted.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for added color and crunch. For extra zest, squeeze fresh lime juice over the dish before serving.