Ginger Chicken Delight
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Ginger Chicken Delight, a quick and flavorful stir-fry recipe that balances the warm zest of fresh ginger with a sweet and tangy glaze. Tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs are sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger before being coated in a glossy, umami-rich sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. A touch of rice vinegar adds brightness, while optional red chili brings a gentle kick for spice lovers. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the perfect dinner idea when you’re craving bold Asian-inspired flavors. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome meal that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 500 g boneless chicken thighs
- 30 g fresh ginger
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1 piece red chili (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Step 2
Peel and grate the fresh ginger. Mince the garlic cloves. Thinly slice the green onions and the red chili if using.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water to form a sauce. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
Step 4
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 6
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Step 7
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, and stir well.
Step 8
Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken (about 2-3 minutes).
Step 9
Lower the heat and toss in the sliced green onions and optional chili. Cook for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
Step 10
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken as garnish.
Step 11
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (802.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1477.9 |
| Total Fat 95.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 24.8g | |
| Cholesterol 433.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3263.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.5g | |
| Protein 108.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 152.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1560.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories