Gingered Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this mouthwatering Gingered Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of bold flavors and effortless preparation. Juicy, tender chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and infused with the warm, aromatic notes of freshly grated ginger and garlic. A glossy glaze of soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil ties the dish together, delivering the perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite. Garnished with fresh scallions, this 35-minute meal is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying, Asian-inspired feast that’s sure to impress. A quick, flavorful, and family-friendly recipe, this Gingered Chicken is destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Scallions (green onions)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic cloves. Thinly slice the scallions and set them aside for garnish.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and water to create the sauce. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs in a single layer.
Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes on the other side.
Reduce the heat to low, add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the pan, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with the sliced scallions before serving.
Serve the gingered chicken hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3245 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 109.6 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1269 mg | 27% | |
*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.
