Ginger Chicken Recipe
This Ginger Chicken recipe is a flavorful, comforting Asian-inspired dish made with tender chicken simmered in a fragrant ginger–garlic sauce. It’s quick, healthy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs chicken thighs or breasts cut into pieces
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Ginger Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 –3 tablespoons fresh ginger grated
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water slurry
To Serve:
- Sliced green onions
- Cilantro
- Steamed rice or noodles
Instructions
Prep the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Sear the Chicken
- Heat oil in a skillet. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
Make the Ginger Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and chicken broth.
Simmer the Chicken
- Pour sauce into the skillet. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Thicken the Sauce
- Add the cornstarch slurry. Cook another 2–3 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and thick.
Serve
- Garnish with green onions and cilantro. Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Add chili flakes or sliced red chili for heat.
- Chicken thighs give the juiciest results.
- Replace honey with monk fruit for a low-carb version.
- Add vegetables like bok choy, broccoli, or snap peas.