Chicken with Onions and Fresh Ginger
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this savory and aromatic Chicken with Onions and Fresh Ginger recipe. Tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs are seared until golden and then simmered with caramelized onions, freshly grated ginger, and a fragrant soy and honey-based sauce. The natural sweetness of honey balances the sharpness of ginger, while a drizzle of sesame oil adds a nutty depth of flavor. Perfect for serving over steamed rice, this quick and easy dish comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. Garnish with fresh scallions for a pop of color and additional crunch. Whether you're craving bold Asian-inspired flavors or looking for a healthy, protein-rich meal, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium onions
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 3 garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 scallions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the onions. Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning sauce. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and partially cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the sliced onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become soft and caramelized.
Lower the heat to medium and stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the seasoning sauce. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
Cook for another 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If desired, garnish with sliced scallions before serving.
Serve hot, either on its own or over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.5 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 567 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 3318 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1797 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
