Lemon Ginger Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Lemon Ginger Chicken recipe! Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a tangy-sweet sauce made with fresh lemon juice, zesty grated ginger, honey, and soy sauce for a harmonious balance of flavors. The addition of minced garlic and a touch of olive oil enhances the dish's richness, while chicken broth helps create a silky, spoon-worthy glaze that clings to the chicken. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow skillet recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet impressive enough to serve at a dinner party. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for an extra pop of color and aroma, and pair with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a well-rounded, irresistibly satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, grated ginger, minced garlic, olive oil, honey, and soy sauce.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the prepared lemon-ginger sauce and chicken broth. Stir well until combined, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Allow the sauce to simmer for 1-2 minutes more to slightly thicken.
Serve the chicken warm, drizzled with the lemon-ginger sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired. Pair with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.5 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4314 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 221.8 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2216 mg | 47% | |
*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.
