Foil Wrapped Ginger Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this succulent Foil Wrapped Ginger Chicken recipe, where tender, juicy chicken thighs are infused with the aromatic flavors of fresh ginger, garlic, and a savory-sweet marinade of soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Sealed in individual foil pouches, the chicken steams to perfection, locking in all its mouthwatering juices and ensuring effortless cleanup. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple yet impactful ingredient list, this dish is perfect for busy nights or when you want a healthy, flavorful meal with minimal effort. Garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, and served alongside steamed rice or veggies, this dish offers a satisfying burst of Asian-inspired flavor in every bite. Perfect for home cooks looking to combine convenience with gourmet flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 pieces Green onions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 4 sheets Aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and let them marinate for 10 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
Cut 4 large sheets of aluminum foil, each large enough to wrap a single chicken thigh.
Place one chicken thigh in the center of each foil sheet. Spoon a bit of the marinade over each piece of chicken for extra flavor.
Fold the sides of the foil up and over the chicken, sealing the edges tightly to create a pouch.
Place the foil pouches on a baking sheet and transfer them to the preheated oven.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Carefully remove the foil-wrapped chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before opening the pouches.
Serve the chicken with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds as garnish. Enjoy with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2643 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 112.0 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1402 mg | 30% | |
*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.
