Ginger Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Ginger Chicken recipe that combines tender bites of chicken thighs with the zingy warmth of fresh ginger and garlic. Caramelized in a savory blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of honey, this dish achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and umami. The addition of sesame oil and green onions adds layers of aromatic depth, while a cornstarch slurry ensures a luscious, velvety sauce. Cooked in just 20 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy evenings and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious, this Ginger Chicken is bound to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Peel and grate the ginger, then mince the garlic cloves. Slice the green onions into small rounds, separating the white and green parts.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Set aside for later.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the ginger and garlic to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and cook, stirring often, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
Add the prepared sauce mixture to the skillet and stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the skillet while stirring constantly to thicken the sauce.
Let the sauce cook for another 2-3 minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.
Turn off the heat and garnish with the green part of the sliced green onions.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.6 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 545 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 4758 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 139.8 g | 280% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1793 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.
